AT&T Inc (T)vsTelephone and Data Systems Inc (TDS)
T
AT&T Inc
$28.87
-0.21%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $204.67B
TDS
Telephone and Data Systems Inc
$43.11
+0.12%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AT&T Inc generates 10130% more annual revenue ($125.65B vs $1.23B). T leads profitability with a 17.5% profit margin vs -0.5%. T appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. T earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
T
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
TDS
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.7%
Fair Value
$20.67
Current Price
$28.87
$8.20 premium
Margin of Safety
-1638.9%
Fair Value
$2.65
Current Price
$43.11
$40.46 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% revenue growth
Earnings declined 5.6%
ROE of 2.7% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 2.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : TDS
The strongest argument for TDS centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 12.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : T
The primary concerns for T are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TDS
The primary concerns for TDS are Return on Equity, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 110.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
T profiles as a value stock while TDS is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
T carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
TDS is growing revenue faster at 12.0% — sustainability is the question.
T generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
T scores higher overall (63/100 vs 40/100), backed by strong 17.5% margins. 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.
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.
Telephone and Data Systems Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Telephone and Data Systems, Inc., a telecommunications company, provides communications services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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