Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS)vsAT&T Inc. 5.35% GLB NTS 66 (TBB)
GS
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
$936.48
+1.15%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $276.27B
TBB
AT&T Inc. 5.35% GLB NTS 66
$21.69
+0.09%
· Cap: $132.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GS leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 0.0%. TBB trades at a lower P/E of 4.2x. GS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
GS
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
TBB
Avoid25
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 38.6%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 24.2% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GS
The strongest argument for GS centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.4% and operating margin at 38.6%. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TBB
The strongest argument for TBB centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : GS
The primary concerns for GS are Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : TBB
The primary concerns for TBB are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.57 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GS profiles as a mature stock while TBB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GS is growing revenue faster at 14.5% — sustainability is the question.
TBB generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
GS scores higher overall (75/100 vs 25/100), backed by strong 29.4% margins and 14.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., is an American multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered in New York City. It offers services in investment management, securities, asset management, prime brokerage, and securities underwriting. It also provides investment banking to institutional investors.
AT&T Inc. 5.35% GLB NTS 66
· · USA
AT&T Inc. provides digital entertainment communications and services. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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