Alcon AG (ALC)vsAT&T Inc (T)
ALC
Alcon AG
$75.26
+1.37%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $37.11B
T
AT&T Inc
$28.81
-0.21%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $204.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AT&T Inc generates 1108% more annual revenue ($125.65B vs $10.40B). T leads profitability with a 17.5% profit margin vs 9.4%. T appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. T earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ALC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
T
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-489.8%
Fair Value
$13.46
Current Price
$75.26
$61.80 premium
Margin of Safety
-39.7%
Fair Value
$20.67
Current Price
$28.81
$8.14 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 4.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 22.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% revenue growth
Earnings declined 5.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALC
The strongest argument for ALC centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull 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%.
Bear Case : ALC
The primary concerns for ALC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : T
The primary concerns for T are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
ALC is growing revenue faster at 8.6% — sustainability is the question.
T generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
T scores higher overall (63/100 vs 49/100), 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.
Alcon AG
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Alcon, Inc., an eye care company, researches, develops, manufactures, distributes and sells eye care products for eye care professionals and their patients around the world. The company is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
Visit Website →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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