PLDT Inc ADR (PHI)vsEchoStar Corporation (SATS)
PHI
PLDT Inc ADR
$20.53
+0.88%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.45B
SATS
EchoStar Corporation
$127.15
+3.69%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $36.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PLDT Inc ADR generates 1355% more annual revenue ($218.39B vs $15.00B). PHI leads profitability with a 13.7% profit margin vs -96.6%. SATS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. PHI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
PHI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
SATS
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PHI.
Margin of Safety
+66.0%
Fair Value
$323.23
Current Price
$127.15
$196.08 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 31.7%
Generating 12.0B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -111.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.3%
Earnings declined 85.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PHI
The strongest argument for PHI centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : SATS
PEG of 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PHI
The primary concerns for PHI are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SATS
The primary concerns for SATS are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 4.40 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PHI profiles as a declining stock while SATS is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SATS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
PHI is growing revenue faster at -1.4% — sustainability is the question.
PHI generates stronger free cash flow (12.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PHI scores higher overall (62/100 vs 34/100). SATS offers better value entry with a 66.0% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
PLDT Inc ADR
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
PLDT Inc. is an integrated telecommunications company in the Philippines. The company is headquartered in Makati City, the Philippines.
EchoStar Corporation
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
EchoStar Corporation provides broadband satellite technologies and broadband Internet services. The company is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado.
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