Liberty Latin America Ltd (LILA)vsVerizon Communications Inc (VZ)
LILA
Liberty Latin America Ltd
$8.81
+1.26%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $1.69B
VZ
Verizon Communications Inc
$50.61
+1.28%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $210.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Verizon Communications Inc generates 3016% more annual revenue ($138.90B vs $4.46B). VZ leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs -2.2%. VZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. VZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
LILA
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
VZ
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+68.1%
Fair Value
$25.75
Current Price
$8.81
$16.94 discount
Margin of Safety
-36.9%
Fair Value
$36.97
Current Price
$50.61
$13.64 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.0%
Generating 6.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
1.5% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -92.0% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 0.7%
Earnings declined 22.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LILA
LILA has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : VZ
The strongest argument for VZ centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LILA
The primary concerns for LILA are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 16.18 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : VZ
The primary concerns for VZ are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.81 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LILA profiles as a turnaround stock while VZ is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
LILA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.74 — expect wider price swings.
LILA is growing revenue faster at 1.5% — sustainability is the question.
VZ generates stronger free cash flow (6.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VZ scores higher overall (66/100 vs 39/100). LILA offers better value entry with a 68.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Liberty Latin America Ltd
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Liberty Latin America Ltd., provides fixed, mobile and submarine telecommunications services. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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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