American Tower Corp (AMT)vsUniti Group Inc (UNIT)
AMT
American Tower Corp
$194.12
+0.11%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $86.44B
UNIT
Uniti Group Inc
$11.68
-0.93%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Tower Corp generates 269% more annual revenue ($10.82B vs $2.93B). UNIT leads profitability with a 41.7% profit margin vs 26.8%. UNIT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.29. AMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
AMT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
UNIT
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+7.0%
Fair Value
$194.13
Current Price
$194.12
$0.01 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UNIT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 79 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.9%
Earnings expanding 76.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 236.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 6053.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 25.7x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMT
The strongest argument for AMT centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.8% and operating margin at 45.9%.
Bull Case : UNIT
The strongest argument for UNIT centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.7% and operating margin at 13.9%. Revenue growth of 236.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMT
The primary concerns for AMT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 12.36 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UNIT
The primary concerns for UNIT are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 34.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMT profiles as a mature stock while UNIT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
UNIT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
UNIT is growing revenue faster at 236.0% — sustainability is the question.
AMT generates stronger free cash flow (951M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMT scores higher overall (72/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 26.8% 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.
American Tower Corp
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
American Tower Corporation (also referred to as American Tower or ATC) is an American real estate investment trust and an owner and operator of wireless and broadcast communications infrastructure in several countries worldwide and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
Uniti Group Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
Uniti, an internally managed real estate investment trust, is dedicated to the acquisition and construction of mission-critical communications infrastructure and is a leading provider of wireless infrastructure solutions for the communications industry.
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