Alcon AG (ALC)vsAT&T Inc. (T)
ALC
Alcon AG
$62.56
-2.07%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $31.15B
T
AT&T Inc.
$25.16
-0.40%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $175.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AT&T Inc. generates 1090% more annual revenue ($126.53B vs $10.63B). T leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs 7.7%. ALC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.65. T earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ALC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
T
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+13.9%
Fair Value
$92.25
Current Price
$62.56
$29.69 discount
Margin of Safety
+21.5%
Fair Value
$32.17
Current Price
$25.16
$7.01 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.7%
Generating 2.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.7% — below average capital efficiency
7.7% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
Earnings declined 11.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALC
The strongest argument for ALC centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : T
The strongest argument for T centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.9% and operating margin at 22.7%.
Bear Case : ALC
The primary concerns for ALC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : T
The primary concerns for T are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
ALC is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
T generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
T scores higher overall (64/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 16.9% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Alcon AG
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Alcon, Inc., an eye care company, researches, develops, manufactures, distributes and sells eye care products for eye care professionals and their patients around the world. The company is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
Visit Website →AT&T Inc.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
AT&T Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate holding company, Delaware-registered but headquartered at Whitacre Tower in Downtown Dallas, Texas. It is the world largest telecommunications company, and the second largest provider of mobile telephone services.
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