Toronto Dominion Bank (TD)vsVerizon Communications Inc (VZ)
TD
Toronto Dominion Bank
$94.30
+0.82%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $156.82B
VZ
Verizon Communications Inc
$50.37
-1.06%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $214.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Verizon Communications Inc generates 109% more annual revenue ($138.19B vs $65.98B). TD leads profitability with a 33.0% profit margin vs 12.4%. TD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. TD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
TD
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
VZ
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+77.4%
Fair Value
$420.26
Current Price
$94.30
$325.96 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
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.9%
Earnings expanding 51.3% YoY
Generating 35.1B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
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
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 : TD
The strongest argument for TD centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.0% and operating margin at 35.9%. Revenue growth of 21.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : TD
The primary concerns for TD are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.14 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
TD profiles as a growth stock while VZ is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.85 — expect wider price swings.
TD is growing revenue faster at 21.1% — sustainability is the question.
TD generates stronger free cash flow (35.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TD scores higher overall (83/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 33.0% margins and 21.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Toronto Dominion Bank
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Toronto-Dominion Bank offers a variety of personal and commercial banking products and services in Canada and the United States. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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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