Carlisle Companies Incorporated (CSL)vsVerizon Communications Inc (VZ)
CSL
Carlisle Companies Incorporated
$373.96
+5.23%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.45B
VZ
Verizon Communications Inc
$47.44
+0.21%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $200.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Verizon Communications Inc generates 2696% more annual revenue ($139.15B vs $4.98B). CSL leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs 12.5%. VZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.90. VZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
CSL
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
VZ
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CSL.
Margin of Safety
-4.9%
Fair Value
$45.11
Current Price
$47.44
$2.33 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.2%
Generating 3.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 4.0%
Earnings declined 3.2%
2.9% revenue growth
4.3% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CSL
The strongest argument for CSL centers on Return on Equity. PEG of 1.14 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VZ
The strongest argument for VZ centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.90 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CSL
The primary concerns for CSL are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : VZ
The primary concerns for VZ are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSL profiles as a declining stock while VZ is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CSL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
VZ is growing revenue faster at 2.9% — sustainability is the question.
VZ generates stronger free cash flow (3.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VZ scores higher overall (69/100 vs 54/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Carlisle Companies Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Carlisle Companies Incorporated is a diversified manufacturer of engineered products in the United States, Europe, Asia, Canada, Mexico, the Middle East, Africa, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Verizon Communications Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Verizon Communications Inc. is an American multinational telecommunications conglomerate and a corporate component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average. The company is headquartered at 1095 Avenue of the Americas in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, but is incorporated in Delaware.
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