Vodafone Stock Set to Surpass £1 Soon, Analysts Predict
Vodafone Group has shown remarkable recovery after a challenging start to 2025. The company’s stock has significantly increased from its lows, raising expectations among analysts that it may soon surpass the £1 mark.
Current Status of Vodafone Stock
Vodafone’s share price recently rose to 97.82p, valuing the company at approximately £23.1 billion. This marks the highest level for the stock since April 2023. Despite a rocky past, where it lost nearly two-thirds of its value since the end of 2013, the stock is experiencing renewed interest.
- Current share price: 97.82p
- Market capitalization: £23.1 billion
- Lowest price in 2025: 62.4p on April 9
- Dividend yield: 4.1%
Changes in Leadership and Strategy
In January 2023, Margherita Della Valle became Vodafone’s chief executive, following her tenure as chief financial officer. The company faced immense challenges, leading to lifetime lows in early 2024. However, strategic changes, including asset sales and a focus on growth markets, are beginning to show results.
Dividends and Financial Management
In a significant move affecting shareholder sentiment, Vodafone halved its annual dividend from €0.09 to €0.045 per share after 2024. This decision aimed to manage the company’s considerable debt, which is currently at €25.9 billion (£22.6 billion). The company also initiated a €1 billion share-buyback program to bolster share value.
Market Outlook
Analysts predict Vodafone may soon surpass the £1 threshold as the stock continues to show upward momentum. While the company navigates a challenging financial landscape, its current trajectory suggests potential growth in the near future. Investors are keenly awaiting the third-quarter trading update set for February 5, as market sentiment builds around Vodafone’s strategic recovery efforts.
