The Sector Communications Services of TSX was a deficit last year, but the interest of investors returned in 2025. The change of the three dominant 5G shares increased the sector, which contributed to the 7.2%-plus year-to-date win (seventh best in 11 primary sectors).
However, if you want exposure to this vital sector, Rogers Communications (TSX: RCI.B) is a screaming purchase, not BCE or Telus. A revival is on the horizon after the positive financial performance of the third largest telco in Canada in Q2 2025.
The current share price of $ 45.39 (+5.4% to date) is a bargain in the light of the visible growth potential. You can also participate in the lucrative dividend of 4.3%. This share with a large number of dividends has consistently paid dividends since 2000.
Financial performance
Tony Staffieri, President and CEO of Rogers, said that the company of $ 25.3 billion growth in wireless, cable and media reported. In the three months ending on June 30, 2025, the total turnover increased by 2% to $ 5.2 billion compared to Q2 2025. While the net result on an annual basis fell 62% to $ 148 million, the free cash flow (FCF) increased by 39% to $ 929 million from a year ago.
“Combined with the strong implementation of our team, we have taken meaningful steps to unlock value for shareholders by accelerating the delevering of our balance and making our transformational investments in our world -class sporting assets,” Personeels added. Management estimates that the value of its sports and media assets is more than $ 15 billion.
Leadership in Canadian sports
On July 2, 2025, Rogers Communications officially became the majority owner (75%) of Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE). It acquired BCEs 37.5% ownership of ownership in MLSE for $ 4.7 billion. The deal came the leadership position of Rogers in Canadian sports, with a portfolio with the Toronto Blue Jays, Rogers Center and Sportsnet.
Staffieri said: “MLSE is a valuable and appreciative assets, and this investment positions us to unlock more value for Rogers shareholders. We are building something that lasts – on the ice, on the field, on the field and throughout the country.” The executive chairman, Edward Rogers, added: “We are passionate about winning and we are committed to bring more championships in Canada.”
First-in-Canada
On 3 June 2025, Rogers Communications announced the first commitment of the Ericsson 5G Advanced Technology on its national network. According to Mark Kennedy, Chief Technology Officer of Rogers, 5G Advanced will help unlock the full potential of 5G for companies and consumers.
“We continue to invest in the largest 5G network in Canada and are proud of being the first in Canada to bring 5G advanced technology for our customers,” Kennedy added. Ericsson has been a partner in Network Technologies since 1985 and Rogers has invested more than $ 40 billion in his network over the past decade.
The partners believe that a new era of 5G improvements for companies and consumers has started. In the meantime, Rogers has considerably improved the internet service on the southern Gulf Islands. On June 12, 2025, the Telco Giant invested $ 10 million in the under-sea fibers and infrastructure to bring higher speeds to the communities.
Growth army
Rogers Communications strives to further improve operational implementation and make well -timed investments to grow its core companies and to deliver an increased shareholder value. Until now, the company is taking meaningful steps to achieve its ultimate goal of becoming the growth channel in a very competitive industry.
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