Vodafone Group PLC ADR (VOD)vsWalmart Inc. Common Stock (WMT)
VOD
Vodafone Group PLC ADR
$14.72
+0.41%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $33.88B
WMT
Walmart Inc. Common Stock
$123.06
+0.83%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $973.03B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Walmart Inc. Common Stock generates 1739% more annual revenue ($713.16B vs $38.78B). WMT leads profitability with a 3.1% profit margin vs -11.4%. VOD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.61. VOD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
VOD
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
WMT
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VOD.
Margin of Safety
-563.0%
Fair Value
$18.56
Current Price
$123.06
$104.50 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Generating 6.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of -6.6% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 15.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Trading at 9.8x book value
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : VOD
The strongest argument for VOD centers on PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.61 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WMT
The strongest argument for WMT centers on Market Cap, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : VOD
The primary concerns for VOD are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WMT
The primary concerns for WMT are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 44.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VOD profiles as a turnaround stock while WMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WMT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.66 — expect wider price swings.
VOD is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
WMT generates stronger free cash flow (6.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VOD scores higher overall (51/100 vs 43/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Vodafone Group PLC ADR
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Vodafone Group Plc is engaged in telecommunications services in Europe and internationally. The company is headquartered in Newbury, the United Kingdom.
Visit Website →Walmart Inc. Common Stock
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores from the United States, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. It also owns and operates Sam's Club retail warehouses.
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