Qualcomm Incorporated (QCOM)vsVerizon Communications Inc (VZ)
QCOM
Qualcomm Incorporated
$219.09
+8.17%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $230.92B
VZ
Verizon Communications Inc
$47.22
+0.28%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $196.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Verizon Communications Inc generates 213% more annual revenue ($139.15B vs $44.49B). QCOM leads profitability with a 22.3% profit margin vs 12.5%. QCOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. QCOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
QCOM
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
VZ
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.0%
Fair Value
$220.25
Current Price
$219.09
$1.16 discount
Margin of Safety
-4.4%
Fair Value
$45.11
Current Price
$47.22
$2.11 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Earnings expanding 173.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Trading at 10.2x book value
Revenue declined 3.5%
2.9% revenue growth
4.3% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : QCOM
The strongest argument for QCOM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.3% and operating margin at 22.1%. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : QCOM
The primary concerns for QCOM are Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : VZ
The primary concerns for VZ are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
QCOM profiles as a declining stock while VZ is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
QCOM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.49 — expect wider price swings.
VZ is growing revenue faster at 2.9% — sustainability is the question.
VZ generates stronger free cash flow (3.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
QCOM scores higher overall (71/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 22.3% margins. 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.
Qualcomm Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Qualcomm is an American multinational corporation headquartered in San Diego, California, and incorporated in Delaware. It creates semiconductors, software, and services related to wireless technology. It owns patents critical to the 5G, 4G, CDMA2000, TD-SCDMA and WCDMA mobile communications standards.
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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