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American Tower Corp (AMT)vsGladstone Commercial Corp Preferred Series G (GOODO)

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Smart Verdict

WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison

American Tower Corp generates 7990% more annual revenue ($10.94B vs $135.25M). AMT leads profitability with a 31.1% profit margin vs 11.5%. AMT trades at a lower P/E of 28.3x. AMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).

AMT

Strong Buy

70

out of 100

Grade: B-

Growth: 6.0Profit: 9.0Value: 5.3Quality: 3.0
Piotroski: 4/9Altman Z: 0.36

GOODO

Avoid

31

out of 100

Grade: F

Growth: 4.0Profit: 6.5Value: 4.0Quality: 2.5
Piotroski: 2/9Altman Z: -0.22
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Intrinsic Value Comparison

Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula

AMTUndervalued (+7.6%)

Margin of Safety

+7.6%

Fair Value

$195.31

Current Price

$168.07

$27.24 discount

UndervaluedFair: $195.31Overvalued

Intrinsic value data unavailable for GOODO.

Key Strengths & Concerns

Side-by-side fundamental analysis

Key Strengths

AMT5 strengths · Avg: 9.8/10
Return on EquityProfitability
78.8%10/10

Every $100 of equity generates 79 in profit

Profit MarginProfitability
31.1%10/10

Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit

Operating MarginProfitability
45.4%10/10

Strong operational efficiency at 45.4%

EPS GrowthGrowth
138.5%10/10

Earnings expanding 138.5% YoY

Market CapQuality
$81.66B9/10

Large-cap with strong market position

GOODO1 strengths · Avg: 8.0/10
Operating MarginProfitability
25.1%8/10

Strong operational efficiency at 25.1%

Areas to Watch

AMT4 concerns · Avg: 3.5/10
PEG RatioValuation
1.624/10

Expensive relative to growth rate

P/E RatioValuation
28.3x4/10

Moderate valuation

Revenue GrowthGrowth
4.7%4/10

4.7% revenue growth

Price/BookValuation
21.1x2/10

Trading at 21.1x book value

GOODO4 concerns · Avg: 3.5/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
3.6%4/10

3.6% revenue growth

EPS GrowthGrowth
0.0%4/10

0.0% earnings growth

Market CapQuality
$468.31M3/10

Smaller company, higher risk/reward

Piotroski F-ScoreQuality
2/93/10

Weak financial health signals

Comparative Analysis Report

WallStSmart Research

Bull Case : AMT

The strongest argument for AMT centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.1% and operating margin at 45.4%.

Bull Case : GOODO

The strongest argument for GOODO centers on Operating Margin.

Bear Case : AMT

The primary concerns for AMT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 12.36 is elevated, increasing financial risk.

Bear Case : GOODO

The primary concerns for GOODO are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. A P/E of 703.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 5.16 is elevated, increasing financial risk.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

GOODO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.00 — expect wider price swings.

AMT is growing revenue faster at 4.7% — sustainability is the question.

AMT generates stronger free cash flow (951M), providing more financial flexibility.

Monitor REIT - SPECIALTY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.

Bottom Line

AMT scores higher overall (70/100 vs 31/100), backed by strong 31.1% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.

This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.

American Tower Corp

REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA

American Tower Corporation (also referred to as American Tower or ATC) is an American real estate investment trust and an owner and operator of wireless and broadcast communications infrastructure in several countries worldwide and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Gladstone Commercial Corp Preferred Series G

REAL ESTATE · RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL REITS · USA

Gladstone Commercial Corporation is a real estate investment trust focused on acquiring, owning and operating net leased office and industrial properties in the United States.

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