Kenon Holdings (KEN)vsVerizon Communications Inc (VZ)
KEN
Kenon Holdings
$81.36
+1.74%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.06B
VZ
Verizon Communications Inc
$50.37
-1.06%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $214.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Verizon Communications Inc generates 17747% more annual revenue ($138.19B vs $774.30M). KEN leads profitability with a 63.8% profit margin vs 12.4%. VZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
KEN
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
VZ
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KEN.
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
Keeps 64 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
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
Earnings declined 95.6%
Operating margin of -1.0%
2.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 53.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KEN
The strongest argument for KEN centers on Profit Margin, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.8% and operating margin at -1.0%.
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 : KEN
The primary concerns for KEN are EPS Growth, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : VZ
The primary concerns for VZ are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KEN profiles as a mature stock while VZ is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KEN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — expect wider price swings.
KEN is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
VZ generates stronger free cash flow (4.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VZ scores higher overall (62/100 vs 44/100). 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.
Kenon Holdings
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Kenon Holdings Ltd., is the owner, developer and operator of power generation facilities in Israel and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
Visit Website →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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