BCE Inc.

TSX:BCE Stock Report

Market Cap: CA$30.4b

BCE Management

Management criteria checks 3/4

BCE's CEO is Mirko Bibic, appointed in Jan 2020, has a tenure of 6.33 years. total yearly compensation is CA$13.45M, comprised of 10.4% salary and 89.6% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.02% of the company’s shares, worth CA$6.18M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 2.6 years and 7.7 years respectively.

Key information

Mirko Bibic

Chief executive officer

CA$13.5m

Total compensation

CEO salary percentage10.41%
CEO tenure6.3yrs
CEO ownership0.02%
Management average tenure2.6yrs
Board average tenure7.7yrs

Recent management updates

Recent updates

BCE: AI Data Centres Will Drive Returns Despite Wireless Price War

Analysts have made a modest upward adjustment to the CA$41 Street price target for BCE, highlighting updated views on pricing risk, recent target hikes from several firms, and refined assumptions around revenue growth, margins, and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on BCE reflects a mix of optimism around valuation support and growth projects, alongside fresh concerns about competitive pressure in Canadian telecom.

BCE: Price War Risks And AI Data Centres Will Shape 2026 Outlook

Analysts made a modest upward adjustment to the BCE fair value estimate to CA$37.53. This reflects slightly higher assumed revenue growth and profit margin expectations, along with a marginally lower future P/E multiple and a small change in the discount rate, following recent price target increases across several firms and ongoing sector price war concerns.

BCE: Execution Risks Around Profitability Assumptions Will Drive Future Share Pressure

Analysts have nudged BCE's fair value estimate higher to CA$31.00 from CA$30.00, citing recent target hikes into the CA$39 to CA$41 range, as well as updated assumptions around profitability, discount rate, and future P/E as key supports for the change. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on BCE has featured a mix of supportive and cautious views, with several price target adjustments clustering in the CA$39 to CA$41 range.

BCE: Fair Outlook Balances 2026 Guidance With Tight Range Rating Revisions

Analysts have inched their average price target on BCE higher to CA$40, with small tweaks to discount rate and P/E assumptions. These adjustments reflect updated views on risk and valuation inputs rather than big shifts in the core earnings outlook.

BCE: Fair Outlook Weighs 2026 Guidance Against Mixed Rating Revisions

Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for BCE higher to CA$37.38 from CA$37.01, citing recent price target moves around CA$40 and updated assumptions for revenue growth, margins and future P/E as the main drivers of this change. Analyst Commentary Recent research on BCE reflects a mix of cautious tweaks and more constructive moves on valuation, with price targets broadly clustering around the CA$40 mark.

BCE: Fair Outlook Balances Mixed Rating Moves And 2026 Guidance

Analysts have nudged their BCE valuation slightly higher, with the fair value estimate moving to $37.01 from $36.47, as they balance mixed price target moves on the Street with updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E levels. Analyst Commentary Street research on BCE in recent days has been mixed, with some price targets nudged lower and at least one upgrade.

BCE: Modest Discount Rate Shift Supports Multiyear Outlook And Post Selloff Opportunity

Analysts have made a modest downward adjustment to their BCE price target to about C$40.75. This reflects slightly higher discount rate assumptions and some pressure on profit margins, even as revenue growth expectations and future P/E estimates remain relatively steady.

BCE: Recent Upgrades Highlight Multiyear Outlook And Post Selloff Entry Opportunity

Analysts have lifted their price targets on BCE to a range around C$34 to C$37, a C$2 move at the low end, citing a clearer multiyear outlook, an improved growth and risk profile, and what they view as a more appealing entry point after the recent selloff. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts see the recent round of target changes and upgrades as a reset in how BCE is being valued, with more confidence in the multiyear plan outlined at the investor day.

Does BCE (TSE:BCE) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?

Jan 04
Does BCE (TSE:BCE) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?

BCE: Multi-Year Outlook Will Shape Risk Profile And Share Performance

Our updated narrative on BCE reflects a modest upward revision in the analyst price target to C$34 from C$32, as analysts point to a clearer multi year growth outlook and an improving risk profile, despite a higher assumed discount rate and lower profit margin expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on BCE highlights a constructive but still measured stance from the sell side.

BCE: Share Price Will Rise On Clearer Outlook And Recent Rating Upgrades

Analysts have nudged their average price target for BCE modestly higher to C$34 to C$37 per share, citing improved confidence in the company’s multi year outlook, a better growth and balance sheet trajectory, and expectations for gradual revenue and EBITDA reacceleration from 2026. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates reflect a more constructive stance on BCE, with several firms lifting ratings and targets as they recalibrate models to the company’s longer term guidance and post selloff valuation.

BCE: Share Price Will Rise On Improved Outlook And Recent Upgrades

The analyst price target for BCE has increased modestly, with several firms now seeing improved growth prospects and balance sheet strength. This has led to higher targets such as C$37 from C$35, as analysts cite greater confidence in the company's outlook through 2028.

Solid Earnings May Not Tell The Whole Story For BCE (TSE:BCE)

Nov 13
Solid Earnings May Not Tell The Whole Story For BCE (TSE:BCE)

BCE: Share Price Will Benefit From Improved Outlook Through 2028

Analysts have raised their price targets for BCE by approximately C$2 to C$3 per share. This reflects increased confidence in the company's improving growth prospects and balance sheet outlook.

Improved Long-Term Outlook And Ongoing Risks Will Shape Performance Through 2028

BCE's analyst price target has modestly increased from C$35.97 to C$36.15 as analysts cite improved confidence in the company's long-term outlook and gradual earnings growth following recent upgrades and an encouraging investor day. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst actions reflect a shift in sentiment toward BCE, as well as a recognition of both the company's improved prospects and remaining challenges.

High-speed Fiber Expansion And AI Will Transform North American Connectivity

BCE's analyst price target has increased from C$35.41 to C$35.97 as analysts express greater confidence in the company's growth outlook and balance sheet trajectory, following recent upgrades and positive research commentary. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst activity around BCE has been notably positive, reflecting shifting outlooks following the company's recent investor event and quarterly results.

High-speed Fiber Expansion And AI Will Transform North American Connectivity

Analysts modestly raised their price targets for BCE reflecting improved long-term growth prospects and synergies from the Ziply acquisition, but maintained a balanced risk-reward view amid stable fundamentals, resulting in no net change to the consensus price target, which remains at CA$35.41. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts increased price targets following the completion of the Ziply deal, which is expected to enhance BCE's long-term growth prospects.

We Think BCE (TSE:BCE) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt

Jul 14
We Think BCE (TSE:BCE) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt

BCE's (TSE:BCE) Shareholders Will Receive A Smaller Dividend Than Last Year

Jun 02
BCE's (TSE:BCE) Shareholders Will Receive A Smaller Dividend Than Last Year
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Expanding Fiber Ventures Boost Future Revenue And Margin Transformation In Media And Wireless

BCE's strategic acquisitions and digital shift drive growth and stabilize earnings by enhancing market presence, technology integration, and media revenue.

CEO Compensation Analysis

How has Mirko Bibic's remuneration changed compared to BCE's earnings?
DateTotal CompensationSalaryCompany Earnings
Dec 31 2025CA$13mCA$1m

CA$6b

Sep 30 2025n/an/a

CA$6b

Jun 30 2025n/an/a

CA$433m

Mar 31 2025n/an/a

CA$391m

Dec 31 2024CA$13mCA$1m

CA$163m

Sep 30 2024n/an/a

CA$84m

Jun 30 2024n/an/a

CA$2b

Mar 31 2024n/an/a

CA$2b

Dec 31 2023CA$13mCA$1m

CA$2b

Sep 30 2023n/an/a

CA$2b

Jun 30 2023n/an/a

CA$2b

Mar 31 2023n/an/a

CA$3b

Dec 31 2022CA$14mCA$1m

CA$3b

Sep 30 2022n/an/a

CA$3b

Jun 30 2022n/an/a

CA$3b

Mar 31 2022n/an/a

CA$3b

Dec 31 2021CA$11mCA$1m

CA$3b

Sep 30 2021n/an/a

CA$3b

Jun 30 2021n/an/a

CA$3b

Mar 31 2021n/an/a

CA$2b

Dec 31 2020CA$9mCA$1m

CA$2b

Sep 30 2020n/an/a

CA$2b

Jun 30 2020n/an/a

CA$2b

Mar 31 2020n/an/a

CA$3b

Dec 31 2019CA$5mCA$750k

CA$3b

Compensation vs Market: Mirko's total compensation ($USD9.87M) is above average for companies of similar size in the Canadian market ($USD7.51M).

Compensation vs Earnings: Mirko's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.


CEO

Mirko Bibic (57 yo)

6.3yrs
Tenure
CA$13,452,136
Compensation

Mr. Mirko Bibic serves as an Independent Director of Royal Bank of Canada since August 01, 2022. He has been President and Chief Executive Officer of BCE Inc. and Bell Canada since January 6, 2020. Mr. Bib...


Leadership Team

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Mirko Bibic
CEO, President & Director6.3yrsCA$13.45m0.020%
CA$ 6.2m
Curtis Millen
Executive VP & CFO2.7yrsCA$3.61m0.0025%
CA$ 757.4k
John Watson
Group President of Business Markets3.5yrsCA$6.13m0.0048%
CA$ 1.4m
Blaik Kirby
Group President of Consumer & Small Business11.1yrsCA$4.48m0.0089%
CA$ 2.7m
Sean Cohan
President of Bell Media2.5yrsCA$4.55m0.00055%
CA$ 167.3k
Mark McDonald
Executive VP & CTO1yrno datano data
Hadeer Hassaan
Executive VP and Chief Information & Customer Experience Officer1yrno datano data
Krishna Somers
Senior Vice President of Investor Relationsno datano datano data
Robert Malcolmson
Executive VP and Chief Legal & Regulatory Officer5.3yrsno data0.0030%
CA$ 909.5k
Karine Moses
Senior VP of Sales & Vice Chair of Québec2.3yrsno data0.0013%
CA$ 407.6k
Nikki Moffat
Chief Human Resources Officer & Executive VP of Corporate Servicesno datano data0.0026%
CA$ 784.8k
Devorah Lithwick
Senior VP & Chief Brand Officerless than a yearno data0.0011%
CA$ 346.8k
2.6yrs
Average Tenure
57yo
Average Age

Experienced Management: BCE's management team is considered experienced (2.6 years average tenure).


Board Members

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Mirko Bibic
CEO, President & Director6.3yrsCA$13.45m0.020%
CA$ 6.2m
Gordon Nixon
Independent Chair of the Board11.5yrsCA$540.00k0.0021%
CA$ 651.0k
Calin Rovinescu
Independent Director10.1yrsCA$330.00k0.0012%
CA$ 368.1k
Louis Vachon
Independent Director3.6yrsCA$265.00k0.0064%
CA$ 2.0m
Robert Dexter
Independent Director11.5yrsCA$265.00k0.0020%
CA$ 605.3k
Karen Sheriff
Independent Director9.1yrsCA$265.00k0.00087%
CA$ 264.6k
Monique Leroux
Independent Director10.1yrsCA$330.00k0.00021%
CA$ 63.9k
Jennifer Tory
Independent Director5.1yrsCA$265.00k0.0016%
CA$ 501.9k
Sheila Murray
Independent Director6yrsCA$330.00k0.0018%
CA$ 556.7k
Katherine Lee
Independent Director10.8yrsCA$265.00k0.00064%
CA$ 194.7k
Cornell Wright
Independent Director5.1yrsCA$265.00k0.00019%
CA$ 57.8k
Louis Pagnutti
Independent Director5.5yrsCA$330.00k0.00034%
CA$ 103.4k
7.7yrs
Average Tenure
67yo
Average Age

Experienced Board: BCE's board of directors are considered experienced (7.7 years average tenure).


Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/05 03:34
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/05 00:00
Earnings2025/12/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

Data Sources

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Company Financials10 years
  • Income statement
  • Cash flow statement
  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
  • Stock prices
  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

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Analyst Sources

BCE Inc. is covered by 29 analysts. 15 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Amman SaeedAccountability Research Corporation
null nullArgus Research Company
David McFadgenATB Cormark