Banco Santander SA ADR (SAN)vsVerizon Communications Inc (VZ)
SAN
Banco Santander SA ADR
$10.77
-3.80%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $163.16B
VZ
Verizon Communications Inc
$50.37
+0.69%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $214.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Verizon Communications Inc generates 195% more annual revenue ($138.19B vs $46.84B). SAN leads profitability with a 30.1% profit margin vs 12.4%. VZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.23. SAN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
SAN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
VZ
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+72.4%
Fair Value
$45.40
Current Price
$10.77
$34.63 discount
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 25.3% YoY
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 6.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
2.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 53.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SAN
The strongest argument for SAN centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.1% and operating margin at 43.7%.
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 : SAN
The primary concerns for SAN are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.47 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : VZ
The primary concerns for VZ are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SAN profiles as a declining stock while VZ is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SAN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
VZ is growing revenue faster at 2.0% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
SAN scores higher overall (63/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 30.1% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "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.
Banco Santander SA ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Banco Santander, SA, offers various commercial and retail banking products and services to individuals, small and medium-sized companies and large companies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Madrid, Spain.
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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