RLJ Lodging Trust (RLJ)vsAT&T Inc. 5.35% GLB NTS 66 (TBB)
RLJ
RLJ Lodging Trust
$10.79
-1.10%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.66B
TBB
AT&T Inc. 5.35% GLB NTS 66
$19.42
-0.10%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $132.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
RLJ leads profitability with a 2.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. TBB trades at a lower P/E of 3.8x. RLJ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
RLJ
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
TBB
Avoid25
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+55.7%
Fair Value
$18.99
Current Price
$10.79
$8.20 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TBB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 5.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RLJ
The strongest argument for RLJ centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : TBB
The strongest argument for TBB centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : RLJ
The primary concerns for RLJ are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 1087.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TBB
The primary concerns for TBB are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RLJ is growing revenue faster at 5.6% — sustainability is the question.
TBB generates stronger free cash flow (5.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
RLJ scores higher overall (53/100 vs 25/100). 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.
RLJ Lodging Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
RLJ Lodging Trust is a publicly traded and publicly traded real estate investment trust primarily owning premium brand, high margin, focused service and compact full service hotels.
Visit Website →AT&T Inc. 5.35% GLB NTS 66
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
AT&T Inc. provides digital entertainment communications and services. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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