KT Corporation (KT)vsAT&T Inc (T)
KT
KT Corporation
$21.81
+0.74%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $10.44B
T
AT&T Inc
$28.87
-0.21%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $204.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
KT Corporation generates 22379% more annual revenue ($28.24T vs $125.65B). T leads profitability with a 17.5% profit margin vs 6.1%. T appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. T earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
KT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
T
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+31.6%
Fair Value
$34.20
Current Price
$21.81
$12.39 discount
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 82.8B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
4.1% revenue growth
6.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% revenue growth
Earnings declined 5.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KT
The strongest argument for KT centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow, P/E Ratio.
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 : KT
The primary concerns for KT are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : T
The primary concerns for T are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
T carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
KT is growing revenue faster at 4.1% — sustainability is the question.
KT generates stronger free cash flow (82.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor TELECOM SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
T scores higher overall (63/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 17.5% margins. KT offers better value entry with a 31.6% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
KT Corporation
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
KT Corporation provides integrated telecommunications and platform services in Korea and internationally. The company is headquartered in Seongnam, South Korea.
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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