GCI Liberty, Inc. (GLIBK)vsVerizon Communications Inc (VZ)
GLIBK
GCI Liberty, Inc.
$36.81
-0.19%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.41B
VZ
Verizon Communications Inc
$50.37
-1.06%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $214.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Verizon Communications Inc generates 13111% more annual revenue ($138.19B vs $1.05B). VZ leads profitability with a 12.4% profit margin vs -29.5%. VZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
GLIBK
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
VZ
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GLIBK.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -19.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 0.4%
Earnings declined 0.5%
2.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 53.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GLIBK
The strongest argument for GLIBK centers on Price/Book.
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 : GLIBK
The primary concerns for GLIBK are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : VZ
The primary concerns for VZ are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GLIBK profiles as a turnaround stock while VZ is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VZ is growing revenue faster at 2.0% — sustainability is the question.
VZ generates stronger free cash flow (4.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor TELECOM SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
VZ scores higher overall (62/100 vs 38/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
GCI Liberty, Inc.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
GCI Liberty, Inc., provides a range of data, wireless, video, voice, and managed services to residential customers, businesses, governmental entities, and educational and medical institutions in Alaska. The company is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado.
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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