Iqstel Inc (IQST)vsVerizon Communications Inc (VZ)
IQST
Iqstel Inc
$0.97
-5.27%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $7.54M
VZ
Verizon Communications Inc
$45.37
-2.16%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $199.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Verizon Communications Inc generates 38856% more annual revenue ($139.15B vs $357.19M). VZ leads profitability with a 12.5% profit margin vs -2.6%. VZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
IQST
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
VZ
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for IQST.
Margin of Safety
-23.4%
Fair Value
$36.77
Current Price
$45.37
$8.60 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
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
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -92.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 8.2%
2.9% revenue growth
4.3% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IQST
The strongest argument for IQST centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : VZ
The strongest argument for VZ centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.90 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : IQST
The primary concerns for IQST are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : VZ
The primary concerns for VZ are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.90 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IQST profiles as a turnaround stock while VZ is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
IQST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.71 — 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
VZ scores higher overall (69/100 vs 31/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Iqstel Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
iQSTEL Inc. provides telecommunication services as a wholesale carrier of voice, short message service (SMS), and data for other telecom companies. The company is headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida.
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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