VOD
Communication ServicesVodafone Group Public Limited Company · Telecommunications Services · $34B
What is Vodafone Group Public Limited Company?
Vodafone Group is one of the world's largest telecommunications operators, serving hundreds of millions of mobile, broadband, and TV customers across Europe and Africa.
Vodafone generates revenue through mobile voice and data services, fixed-line broadband, TV packages, and convergence bundles. It also operates M-Pesa, a widely used African mobile payments platform, and provides IoT, cloud, and security services to business customers through partner market agreements.
Incorporated in 1984 and formally established in 1988, Vodafone is headquartered in Newbury, United Kingdom.
- Mobile voice and data services
- Fixed broadband and TV bundles (GigaKombi, Vodafone One)
- M-Pesa mobile payments platform
- IoT, cloud, and business security services
Is VOD a Good Stock to Buy?
UQS Score rates VOD as Below Average overall.
Valuation is the standout pillar, rating Attractive — suggesting the market may already be pricing in the company's structural challenges.
Quality, Moat, Growth, and Risk all rate Weak, reflecting persistent headwinds in profitability, competitive positioning, and financial stability across Vodafone's core markets.
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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.
Does VOD pay dividends?
Yes — Vodafone Group Public Limited Company pays a dividend.
Vodafone pays a regular dividend, which has historically attracted income-focused investors. However, given the Weak Quality and Risk pillar ratings, prospective investors should assess whether the payout is sustainable relative to the company's cash generation and debt load.
When does VOD report earnings?
Vodafone reports earnings on a regular cadence, consistent with major internationally listed telecoms.
Vodafone's recent results have reflected the pressures visible in its UQS pillar profile — subdued growth across key markets and ongoing cost and competitive challenges in Europe. The Attractive Valuation rating suggests expectations are already tempered.
For the most current results and guidance, visit Vodafone Group's official investor relations page.
VOD Price History
+16.8% over 5Y
Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.
What if I invested in Vodafone Group Public Limited Company?
Based on Vodafone Group Public Limited Company's historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Vodafone do?
Vodafone provides mobile, broadband, and TV services to consumers and businesses across Europe and Africa. It also operates M-Pesa, a leading mobile payments platform in Africa, and offers IoT, cloud, and security solutions to enterprise clients.
Does VOD pay dividends?
Yes, Vodafone pays a regular dividend. Income investors have long been drawn to the stock for this reason, though the sustainability of the payout warrants scrutiny given the company's Weak Quality and Risk pillar ratings.
When does VOD report earnings?
Vodafone reports on a regular cadence typical of large international telecoms. For exact upcoming dates, check Vodafone's investor relations page directly, as our data source does not cover scheduled earnings dates.
Is VOD a good stock to buy?
VOD carries a Below Average UQS Score, with Weak ratings across Quality, Moat, Growth, and Risk. The Valuation pillar rates Attractive, which may interest contrarian investors, but the broader pillar profile signals meaningful fundamental concerns.
Is VOD overvalued?
Based on the UQS Valuation pillar, VOD rates Attractive — meaning the market appears to be pricing in the company's challenges. Whether that represents opportunity depends on how the other weak pillars evolve over time.
Is VOD a long-term quality investment?
As a long-term quality indicator, VOD's UQS profile is cautionary. Weak scores across Quality, Moat, and Growth suggest the business faces structural headwinds that could limit compounding potential. Pro members can access the complete analysis to form a more informed view.
What is VOD's market cap bracket?
Vodafone is classified as a large-cap company, reflecting its scale as one of the world's biggest telecom operators despite the fundamental challenges reflected in its UQS Score.
What sector does VOD belong to?
Vodafone operates in the Communication Services sector. It competes with other large telecom operators across Europe and internationally, in a sector known for high capital intensity and regulatory complexity.
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VOD — Score History
| Date | UQS | Quality | Moat | Growth | Risk | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2026 | 36.8 | 22.7 | 25.0 | 42.8 | 19.2 | 89.6 | +6.4 |
| May 8, 2026 | 30.4 | 0.0 | 25.0 | 29.9 | 36.9 | 84.4 | -2.5 |
| May 7, 2026 | 32.9 | 19.2 | 25.0 | 29.8 | 19.9 | 86.4 | 0.0 |
| May 4, 2026 | 32.9 | 19.2 | 25.0 | 29.8 | 19.9 | 86.3 | 0.0 |
| May 3, 2026 | 32.9 | 19.2 | 25.0 | 29.6 | 19.9 | 86.2 | -0.1 |
| Apr 26, 2026 | 33.0 | 19.2 | 25.0 | 29.6 | 19.9 | 86.9 | 0.0 |
| Apr 19, 2026 | 33.0 | 19.2 | 25.0 | 29.6 | 19.9 | 87.1 | +0.3 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | 32.7 | 19.2 | 25.0 | 29.0 | 19.9 | 85.9 | -0.3 |
| Apr 16, 2026 | 33.0 | 19.2 | 25.0 | 29.0 | 19.9 | 87.9 | 0.0 |
| Apr 12, 2026 | 33.0 | 19.2 | 25.0 | 28.9 | 19.9 | 87.8 | -0.1 |
VOD — Pillar Breakdown
Quality
— 22.7/100 (25%)Vodafone Group Public Limited Company currently shows below-average quality metrics, suggesting challenges with profitability.
How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.
Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.
Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.
Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.
Asset productivity — how much gross profit each dollar of assets generates.
Free cash flow relative to market value.
Growth
— 42.8/100 (20%)Vodafone Group Public Limited Company shows steady but unspectacular growth, typical for mature companies.
Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.
Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.
Year-over-year earnings per share growth.
Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.
Analyst consensus for future earnings growth.
Risk
— 19.2/100 (15%)Vodafone Group Public Limited Company presents elevated risk with concerns around leverage or financial stability.
Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.
Total debt relative to shareholder equity.
Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.
Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.
Valuation
— 91.1/100 (15%)Vodafone Group Public Limited Company appears attractively valued relative to its earnings, cash flows, and sector peers.
Inverse of forward P/E — higher yield means cheaper stock.
How many years of FCF the market cap represents.
P/E relative to earnings growth — lower is more attractive.
Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.
Moat
— 25/100 (25%)Vodafone Group Public Limited Company operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for VOD.
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How is the VOD UQS Score Calculated?
The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Vodafone Group Public Limited Company is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.
Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.
Moat (25%) assesses Vodafone Group Public Limited Company's competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.
Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.
Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.
Valuation (15%) measures whether Vodafone Group Public Limited Company is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.
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