Southern Company (SO)vsAT&T Inc. (T)
SO
Southern Company
$91.80
-0.68%
UTILITIES · Cap: $103.49B
T
AT&T Inc.
$25.16
-0.40%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $175.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AT&T Inc. generates 319% more annual revenue ($126.53B vs $30.18B). T leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs 14.5%. T appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.81. T earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
SO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
T
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-26.1%
Fair Value
$73.33
Current Price
$91.80
$18.47 premium
Margin of Safety
+21.5%
Fair Value
$32.17
Current Price
$25.16
$7.01 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.8%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.7%
Generating 2.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 0.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
Earnings declined 11.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : T
The strongest argument for T centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.9% and operating margin at 22.7%.
Bear Case : SO
The primary concerns for SO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : T
The primary concerns for T are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
T carries more volatility with a beta of 0.42 — expect wider price swings.
SO is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
T generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
T scores higher overall (64/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 16.9% margins. 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.
Southern Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Southern Company is an American gas and electric utility holding company based in the southern United States. It is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with executive offices also located in Birmingham, Alabama.
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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