Liberty Global PLC Class A (LBTYA)vsT-Mobile US Inc (TMUS)
LBTYA
Liberty Global PLC Class A
$10.47
-1.41%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.64B
TMUS
T-Mobile US Inc
$182.33
+2.92%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $195.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
T-Mobile US Inc generates 1787% more annual revenue ($92.19B vs $4.88B). TMUS leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs -62.1%. LBTYA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.34. TMUS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
LBTYA
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
TMUS
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+38.3%
Fair Value
$18.29
Current Price
$10.47
$7.82 discount
Margin of Safety
-54.3%
Fair Value
$118.17
Current Price
$182.33
$64.16 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 25.2%
Generating 4.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Operating margin of 1.3%
ROE of -23.2% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 7.7%
Earnings declined 67.8%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LBTYA
The strongest argument for LBTYA centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TMUS
The strongest argument for TMUS centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. PEG of 0.63 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LBTYA
The primary concerns for LBTYA are Operating Margin, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : TMUS
The primary concerns for TMUS are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.06 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LBTYA profiles as a turnaround stock while TMUS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LBTYA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
TMUS is growing revenue faster at 7.9% — sustainability is the question.
TMUS generates stronger free cash flow (4.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TMUS scores higher overall (63/100 vs 49/100). LBTYA offers better value entry with a 38.3% margin of safety. 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.
Liberty Global PLC Class A
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Liberty Global plc provides broadband Internet, video, landline telephony and mobile communications services to residential and business customers. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
Visit Website →T-Mobile US Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
T-Mobile US, Inc., doing business under the global brand name T-Mobile, is an American wireless network operator. Its headquarters are located in Bellevue, Washington, in the Seattle metropolitan area and Overland Park, Kansas, in the Kansas City metropolitan area.
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