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Verizon added a new risk factor addressing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and strategic transaction exposure, reflecting increased M&A activity or strategic focus. Eight existing risk factors were substantively modified, with notable updates to pension and healthcare benefit cost risks and 5G deployment execution risks, suggesting Verizon refined disclosures around these material operational and financial concerns. The eight unchanged risks indicate stability in Verizon's core risk profile across regulatory, competitive, and operational dimensions.
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We are subject to risks associated with mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and other strategic transactions.
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Increases in costs for pension benefits and active and retiree healthcare benefits may reduce our profitability and increase our funding commitments.
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If we are not able to take advantage of developments in technology and address changing consumer demand on a timely basis, or if the ongoing deployment of our 5G network is delayed or hindered for any reason, we may experience a decline in the demand for our services, be unable to implement our business strategy and experience reduced profits.
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Adverse conditions in the U.S. and international economies could impact our results of operations and financial condition.
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We face significant competition that may negatively affect our operating results.
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We are subject to a substantial amount of litigation, which could require us to pay significant damages or settlements.
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Verizon has significant debt, which could increase further if we incur additional debt in the future and do not retire existing debt.
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Public health crises could materially adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
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Cyberattacks impacting our networks or systems could have an adverse effect on our business.
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