VEON Ltd (VEON)vsVerizon Communications Inc (VZ)
VEON
VEON Ltd
$48.79
+1.10%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.95B
VZ
Verizon Communications Inc
$50.37
-1.06%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $214.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Verizon Communications Inc generates 3170% more annual revenue ($138.19B vs $4.23B). VEON leads profitability with a 15.2% profit margin vs 12.4%. VZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.23. VEON earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
VEON
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
VZ
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+91.3%
Fair Value
$634.61
Current Price
$48.79
$585.82 discount
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 47 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
2.0% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 53.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : VEON
The strongest argument for VEON centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.2% and operating margin at 14.1%.
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 : VEON
The primary concerns for VEON are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : VZ
The primary concerns for VZ are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VEON profiles as a mature stock while VZ is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VEON carries more volatility with a beta of 1.58 — expect wider price swings.
VEON is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
VZ generates stronger free cash flow (4.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VEON scores higher overall (68/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 15.2% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
VEON Ltd
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
VEON Ltd., provides fixed line and mobile telecommunications services. The company is headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
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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