AT&T Inc. (T)vsUnilever PLC ADR (UL)
T
AT&T Inc.
$25.16
-0.40%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $175.52B
UL
Unilever PLC ADR
$58.40
-0.56%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $130.20B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AT&T Inc. generates 151% more annual revenue ($126.53B vs $50.50B). UL leads profitability with a 18.8% profit margin vs 16.9%. T appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.81. T earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
T
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
UL
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+21.5%
Fair Value
$32.17
Current Price
$25.16
$7.01 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.1%
Generating 5.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
Earnings declined 11.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 3.2%
Earnings declined 3.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : UL
The strongest argument for UL centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.8% and operating margin at 20.1%.
Bear Case : T
The primary concerns for T are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : UL
The primary concerns for UL are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
T profiles as a value stock while UL is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
UL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.45 — expect wider price swings.
T is growing revenue faster at 2.9% — sustainability is the question.
UL generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
T scores higher overall (64/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 16.9% 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.
Unilever PLC ADR
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
Unilever PLC is a fast moving consumer goods company in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Turkey, Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, America and Europe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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