Elevance Health Inc (ELV)vsVerizon Communications Inc (VZ)
ELV
Elevance Health Inc
$296.09
+1.98%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $64.08B
VZ
Verizon Communications Inc
$50.37
-1.06%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $214.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Elevance Health Inc generates 44% more annual revenue ($199.13B vs $138.19B). VZ leads profitability with a 12.4% profit margin vs 2.8%. ELV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.17. ELV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ELV
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
VZ
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+74.9%
Fair Value
$1179.36
Current Price
$296.09
$883.27 discount
Margin of Safety
-82.4%
Fair Value
$27.61
Current Price
$50.37
$22.76 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 36.3% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.0%
Generating 4.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
2.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 1.5%
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
2.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 53.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ELV
The strongest argument for ELV centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap. PEG of 1.17 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : VZ
The strongest argument for VZ centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.23 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ELV
The primary concerns for ELV are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : VZ
The primary concerns for VZ are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ELV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.47 — expect wider price swings.
ELV is growing revenue faster at 9.5% — sustainability is the question.
VZ generates stronger free cash flow (4.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor HEALTHCARE PLANS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ELV scores higher overall (67/100 vs 62/100). 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.
Elevance Health Inc
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Elevance Health Inc. is a health benefits company. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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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