VZ · 10-Q · 2026Q2 · Full report

Broadband Demand Trends

VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS INC · 2026-07-31 · Importance 52 · Surprise 56

Verizon’s fiber broadband connections increased 43.3% year over year to 10.913 million at June 30, 2026, while FWA broadband connections increased 21.4% to 6.208 million. Total broadband connections rose 34.5% to 17.121 million, reflecting continued adoption of fiber and 5G/4G LTE fixed wireless access. Fiber broadband revenue increased by $712 million in the second quarter and $1.2 billion in the first six months, primarily reflecting the inclusion of Frontier results. FWA subscriber growth also contributed to higher Consumer mobility and broadband service revenue, although FWA net additions declined 30.6% in the quarter and 30.5% year to date.

Key facts

• Fiber broadband connections at end of period: 10,913 thousand at June 30, 2026 compared to 7,613 thousand at June 30, 2025, an increase of 3,300 thousand (43.3%). source
• Total broadband connections at end of period: 17,121 thousand at June 30, 2026 compared to 12,725 thousand at June 30, 2025, an increase of 4,396 thousand (34.5%). source
• FWA broadband connections at end of period: 6,208 thousand at June 30, 2026 compared to 5,112 thousand at June 30, 2025, an increase of 1,096 thousand (21.4%). source