The current VZ stock forecast is aided by EBITDA margins holding above 30%, reflecting operational efficiencies despite industry pricing pressures. According to Cramer, analysts are projecting a 12.2% growth in earnings for the S&P 500 this year, followed by 11.9% growth in 2026 though that is still a long way off. Cramer emphasized that these growth estimates, if realized, would be impressive and one of the main reasons why investors are willing to pay nearly 22 times this year’s earnings for the S&P 500. He added: Read Our Latest Stock Report on Verizon Communications Options market implied volatility suggests cautious optimism in the VZ stock forecast, with traders positioning for a $2–$3 upside swing in the next quarter.