SBA Communications Corp (SBAC)vsT-Mobile US Inc (TMUS)
SBAC
SBA Communications Corp
$208.02
+0.08%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $21.72B
TMUS
T-Mobile US Inc
$177.02
+1.77%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $204.35B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
T-Mobile US Inc generates 3072% more annual revenue ($90.53B vs $2.85B). SBAC leads profitability with a 35.7% profit margin vs 11.7%. TMUS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.74. TMUS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
SBAC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
TMUS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+0.8%
Fair Value
$192.43
Current Price
$208.02
$15.59 discount
Margin of Safety
-56.6%
Fair Value
$113.97
Current Price
$177.02
$63.05 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.4%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 24.0%
Generating 4.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 14.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Earnings declined 12.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SBAC
The strongest argument for SBAC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.7% and operating margin at 52.4%.
Bull Case : TMUS
The strongest argument for TMUS centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.74 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SBAC
The primary concerns for SBAC are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TMUS
The primary concerns for TMUS are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.11 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SBAC profiles as a mature stock while TMUS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SBAC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
TMUS is growing revenue faster at 10.6% — sustainability is the question.
TMUS generates stronger free cash flow (4.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TMUS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 49/100) and 10.6% revenue growth. 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.
SBA Communications Corp
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
SBA Communications Corporation is a real estate investment trust which owns and operates wireless infrastructure in the United States, Canada, Central America, South America, and South Africa.
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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