PLDT Inc ADR (PHI)vsAT&T Inc (T)
PHI
PLDT Inc ADR
$21.38
-1.61%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.75B
T
AT&T Inc
$28.81
-0.21%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $204.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PLDT Inc ADR generates 74% more annual revenue ($218.39B vs $125.65B). T leads profitability with a 17.5% profit margin vs 13.7%. T appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. T earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
PHI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
T
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+68.0%
Fair Value
$76.43
Current Price
$21.38
$55.05 discount
Margin of Safety
-39.7%
Fair Value
$20.67
Current Price
$28.81
$8.14 premium
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
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
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% revenue growth
Earnings declined 5.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PHI
The strongest argument for PHI centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : 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 : PHI
The primary concerns for PHI are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : T
The primary concerns for T are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PHI profiles as a declining stock while T is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
T carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
T is growing revenue faster at 3.6% — sustainability is the question.
PHI generates stronger free cash flow (12.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
T scores higher overall (63/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 17.5% margins. PHI offers better value entry with a 68.0% 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.
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.
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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