Verizon Raises 2026 Forecast After Big Jump in Phone Customers

Verizon reported its strongest third-quarter wireless customer additions in five years, more than twice analysts' expectations. The carrier raised its 2026 forecast as CEO Dan Schulman's turnaround plan shows results in its first year.

• Q3 wireless customer additions were the strongest in five years
• The figure was more than double analysts' expectations
• Verizon raised its forecast for 2026
• First year of CEO Dan Schulman's turnaround plan is bearing fruit