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How VZ Dividend Survives a Steepening Curve
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This episode examines why Verizon's dividend looks safer than its yield suggests in August 2026. With the 10-year Treasury at 4.68% and the yield curve steepening, income investors are questioning whether telecom dividends can hold up. Lucas and Luna break down Verizon's free cash flow, debt maturities, and the 2.5% five-day stock gain. They also compare Verizon to Altria, whose yield has been sliding after a 4.8% weekly drop. Drawing on the recent dividend cuts in the mortgage sector, they lay out the red flags that signal danger and the balance-sheet strength that makes Verizon a different story. If you're building a dividend portfolio in this rate environment, this episode gives you the framework to separate safe income from yield traps.