Newmont Goldcorp Corp (NEM)vsVerizon Communications Inc (VZ)
NEM
Newmont Goldcorp Corp
$116.51
+2.66%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $124.38B
VZ
Verizon Communications Inc
$47.22
+0.28%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $196.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Verizon Communications Inc generates 457% more annual revenue ($139.15B vs $24.97B). NEM leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 12.5%. VZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. NEM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
NEM
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
VZ
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-80.4%
Fair Value
$69.06
Current Price
$116.51
$47.45 premium
Margin of Safety
-4.7%
Fair Value
$45.12
Current Price
$47.22
$2.10 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 61.4%
Revenue surging 45.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 78.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
4.3% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NEM
The strongest argument for NEM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.9% and operating margin at 61.4%. Revenue growth of 45.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VZ
The strongest argument for VZ centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.89 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : NEM
The primary concerns for NEM are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VZ
The primary concerns for VZ are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEM profiles as a growth stock while VZ is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NEM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.45 — expect wider price swings.
NEM is growing revenue faster at 45.8% — sustainability is the question.
VZ generates stronger free cash flow (3.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEM scores higher overall (78/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 33.9% margins and 45.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Newmont Goldcorp Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Newmont Corporation, based in Greenwood Village, Colorado, United States, is one of the largest gold mining companies in the world.
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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