Lumen Technologies Inc (LUMN)vsVodafone Group PLC ADR (VOD)
LUMN
Lumen Technologies Inc
$6.94
+1.91%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $6.98B
VOD
Vodafone Group PLC ADR
$17.40
+0.40%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $39.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vodafone Group PLC ADR generates 242% more annual revenue ($40.46B vs $11.83B). VOD leads profitability with a -1.0% profit margin vs -8.7%. VOD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.61. VOD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
LUMN
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
VOD
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+30.0%
Fair Value
$11.21
Current Price
$6.94
$4.27 discount
Margin of Safety
-13.9%
Fair Value
$13.76
Current Price
$17.40
$3.64 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 6.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -14.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.3%
ROE of 5.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 15.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LUMN
The strongest argument for LUMN centers on Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : VOD
The strongest argument for VOD centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.61 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LUMN
The primary concerns for LUMN are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : VOD
The primary concerns for VOD are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LUMN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.80 — expect wider price swings.
VOD is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
VOD generates stronger free cash flow (6.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor TELECOM SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
VOD scores higher overall (50/100 vs 30/100). LUMN offers better value entry with a 30.0% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Lumen Technologies Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Lumen Technologies (formerly CenturyLink) is an American telecommunications company headquartered in Monroe, Louisiana, that offers communications, network services, security, cloud solutions, voice, and managed services.
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.
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