Qualcomm Incorporated (QCOM)vsThe Travelers Companies Inc (TRV)
QCOM
Qualcomm Incorporated
$219.09
+8.17%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $230.92B
TRV
The Travelers Companies Inc
$298.04
-0.30%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $63.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Travelers Companies Inc generates 10% more annual revenue ($48.94B vs $44.49B). QCOM leads profitability with a 22.3% profit margin vs 15.5%. QCOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. TRV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
QCOM
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
TRV
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+0.5%
Fair Value
$220.22
Current Price
$219.09
$1.13 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TRV.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Earnings expanding 173.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 357.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.2x book value
Revenue declined 3.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.0% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : QCOM
The strongest argument for QCOM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.3% and operating margin at 22.1%. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TRV
The strongest argument for TRV centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.5% and operating margin at 18.7%.
Bear Case : QCOM
The primary concerns for QCOM are Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : TRV
The primary concerns for TRV are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
QCOM profiles as a declining stock while TRV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
QCOM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.49 — expect wider price swings.
TRV is growing revenue faster at 1.0% — sustainability is the question.
TRV generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TRV scores higher overall (72/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 15.5% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Qualcomm Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Qualcomm is an American multinational corporation headquartered in San Diego, California, and incorporated in Delaware. It creates semiconductors, software, and services related to wireless technology. It owns patents critical to the 5G, 4G, CDMA2000, TD-SCDMA and WCDMA mobile communications standards.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
The Travelers Companies, Inc., commonly known as Travelers, is an American insurance company.
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