Broadcom Inc (AVGO)vsAT&T Inc (T)
AVGO
Broadcom Inc
$318.81
+0.16%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.51T
T
AT&T Inc
$28.87
-0.21%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $204.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AT&T Inc generates 84% more annual revenue ($125.65B vs $68.28B). AVGO leads profitability with a 36.6% profit margin vs 17.5%. AVGO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.68. AVGO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
AVGO
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
T
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.6%
Fair Value
$240.08
Current Price
$318.81
$78.73 premium
Margin of Safety
-39.7%
Fair Value
$20.67
Current Price
$28.87
$8.20 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.8%
Growing faster than its price suggests
16.4% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
1.9% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% revenue growth
Earnings declined 5.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVGO
The strongest argument for AVGO centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.6% and operating margin at 31.8%. Revenue growth of 16.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : T
The strongest argument for T centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.5% and operating margin at 18.4%.
Bear Case : AVGO
The primary concerns for AVGO are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 62.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : T
The primary concerns for T are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVGO profiles as a growth stock while T is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AVGO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
AVGO is growing revenue faster at 16.4% — sustainability is the question.
AVGO generates stronger free cash flow (8.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AVGO scores higher overall (76/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 36.6% margins and 16.4% revenue growth. 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.
Broadcom Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Broadcom Inc. is an American designer, developer, manufacturer and global supplier of a wide range of semiconductor and infrastructure software products. Broadcom's product offerings serve the data center, networking, software, broadband, wireless, and storage and industrial markets.
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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