American Tower Corp (AMT)vsLumentum Holdings Inc (LITE)
AMT
American Tower Corp
$182.71
+2.54%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $85.12B
LITE
Lumentum Holdings Inc
$902.32
+5.13%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $64.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Tower Corp generates 414% more annual revenue ($10.82B vs $2.11B). AMT leads profitability with a 26.8% profit margin vs 11.9%. LITE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.63. AMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
AMT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
LITE
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+17.6%
Fair Value
$219.10
Current Price
$182.71
$36.39 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LITE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 45.3%
Earnings expanding 76.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 65.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 71.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 24.2x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 76.1x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMT
The strongest argument for AMT centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.8% and operating margin at 45.3%.
Bull Case : LITE
The strongest argument for LITE centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 65.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.63 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AMT
The primary concerns for AMT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : LITE
The primary concerns for LITE are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 263.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMT profiles as a mature stock while LITE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LITE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
LITE is growing revenue faster at 65.5% — sustainability is the question.
AMT generates stronger free cash flow (951M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMT scores higher overall (72/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 26.8% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
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.
Lumentum Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Lumentum Holdings Inc. manufactures and sells optical and photonic products in the Americas, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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