Telefonica SA ADR (TEF)vsVerizon Communications Inc (VZ)
TEF
Telefonica SA ADR
$3.81
0.00%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $21.49B
VZ
Verizon Communications Inc
$50.37
-1.06%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $214.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Verizon Communications Inc generates 232% more annual revenue ($138.19B vs $41.62B). VZ leads profitability with a 12.4% profit margin vs -5.0%. TEF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.35. VZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
TEF
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
VZ
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TEF.
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 26.6% 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
ROE of -2.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 6.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
2.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 53.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TEF
The strongest argument for TEF centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.35 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : TEF
The primary concerns for TEF are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : VZ
The primary concerns for VZ are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TEF profiles as a turnaround stock while VZ is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VZ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.28 — expect wider price swings.
VZ is growing revenue faster at 2.0% — sustainability is the question.
VZ generates stronger free cash flow (4.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VZ scores higher overall (62/100 vs 55/100). 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.
Telefonica SA ADR
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Telefnica, SA, provides telecommunications services in Europe and Latin America. 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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