Verizon [VZ] vs Comcast [CMCSA] Detailed Stock Comparison
Verizon
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NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Verizon wins in 7 metrics, Comcast wins in 13 metrics, with 0 ties. Comcast appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Verizon | Comcast | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 9.99 | 5.33 | Comcast |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 1.76 | 1.23 | Comcast |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 167.44 | 104.18 | Comcast |
| PEG Ratio | 9.08 | 7.34 | Comcast |
| EV/EBITDA | 7.09 | 5.53 | Comcast |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 13.28% | 18.44% | Comcast |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 23.28% | 19.77% | Verizon |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 23.28% | 19.77% | Verizon |
| Return on Equity | 18.45% | 24.92% | Comcast |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 5.20% | 5.24% | Comcast |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $18.92B | $12.54B | Verizon |
| Dividend Yield | 6.51% | 4.94% | Verizon |
| 1-Year Return | 5.89% | -18.99% | Verizon |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 1.32 | 0.96 | Comcast |
| Enterprise Value | $353.66B | $211.19B | Verizon |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 2.58 | 1.70 | Comcast |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 59.76% | 75.01% | Comcast |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $32 | $33 | Comcast |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $4.30 | $6.03 | Comcast |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.36 | 0.92 | Verizon |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Verizon vs Comcast Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | 0.47% | 0.63% | 0.21% | -1.05% | 8.01% | 7.31% |
| Comcast | 0.00% | -2.61% | -12.03% | -7.45% | -8.12% | -15.37% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | 5.89% | -4.43% | -26.60% | -9.14% | 43.69% | 45.19% |
| Comcast | -18.99% | -20.85% | -27.67% | 7.54% | 254.14% | 197.00% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Verizon vs Comcast
| Metric | VZ | CMCSA |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $181.09B | $118.74B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 18,854,280 | 27,861,080 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 19,436,760 | 21,004,620 |
| Last Close | $43.15 | $31.67 |
| 52 Week Range | $37.59 - $47.36 | $31.44 - $45.31 |
| % from 52W High | -8.89% | -30.10% |
| All-Time High | $62.50 (Oct 04, 1999) | $61.80 (Aug 30, 2021) |
| % from All-Time High | -30.96% | -48.75% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.05% | 0.02% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.09% | 1.83% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.13% | 0.18% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.23% | 0.20% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.18% | 0.25% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 167.44 | 104.18 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $24.44 | $26.19 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $0.82 | $2.62 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $37.10B | $31.21B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $17.95B | $3.58B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 6.51% | 4.94% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $2.71 | $1.61 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Verizon vs Comcast
| Metric | VZ | CMCSA |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 9.99 | 5.33 |
| Forward P/E | 9.08 | 7.34 |
| PEG Ratio | 9.08 | 7.34 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 1.32 | 0.96 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 1.76 | 1.23 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $181.09B | $118.74B |
| Enterprise Value | $353.66B | $211.19B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 2.58 | 1.70 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 7.09 | 5.53 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.36 | 0.92 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $24.44 | $26.19 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Verizon vs Comcast
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | VZ | CMCSA |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $34.50B | $29.89B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $13.89B | $8.42B |
| Gross Profit | $20.62B | $21.47B |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $8.17B | $5.66B |
| EBITDA | $12.80B | $9.42B |
| Pre-Tax Income | $6.61B | $4.49B |
| Income Tax | $1.49B | $1.20B |
| Net Income (Profit) | $5.12B | $3.30B |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | VZ | CMCSA |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $2.26B | $8.59B |
| Total Current Assets | $37.35B | $27.31B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $61.07B | $42.33B |
| Long-Term Debt | $140.40B | $92.27B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $102.04B | $87.30B |
| Retained Earnings | $91.13B | $57.47B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $356.06B | N/A |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | VZ | CMCSA |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $9.65B | $8.10B |
| Capital Expenditures | N/A | N/A |
| Free Cash Flow | $3.52B | $5.42B |
| Debt Repayment | $-5.04B | $-636.00M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | N/A |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | VZ | CMCSA |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 83.99M | 49.24M |
| Short Ratio | 4.32 | 2.47 |
| Short % of Float | 0.02% | 0.01% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 18,854,280 | 27,861,080 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 19,436,760 | 21,004,620 |
| Shares Outstanding | 4.21B | 3.79B |
| Float Shares | 4.21B | 3.65B |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.00% | 0.01% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.68% | 0.90% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Verizon vs Comcast
| Metric | VZ | CMCSA |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $2.71 | $1.61 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 6.51% | 4.94% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $2.65 | $1.31 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 1.68% | 0.81% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $7.96 | $3.93 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Apr 10, 2025 | Oct 01, 2025 |