American Tower Corp (AMT)vsManhattan Bridge Capital Inc (LOAN)
AMT
American Tower Corp
$182.71
+2.54%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $85.12B
LOAN
Manhattan Bridge Capital Inc
$4.33
-1.03%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $50.29M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Tower Corp generates 159171% more annual revenue ($10.82B vs $6.79M). LOAN leads profitability with a 73.8% profit margin vs 26.8%. LOAN trades at a lower P/E of 10.0x. AMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
AMT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
LOAN
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+17.6%
Fair Value
$219.10
Current Price
$182.71
$36.39 discount
Margin of Safety
-11.1%
Fair Value
$4.07
Current Price
$4.33
$0.26 premium
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 74 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 74.5%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 24.2x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 6.5%
Earnings declined 8.3%
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 : LOAN
The strongest argument for LOAN centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 73.8% and operating margin at 74.5%.
Bear Case : AMT
The primary concerns for AMT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : LOAN
The primary concerns for LOAN are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMT profiles as a mature stock while LOAN is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
AMT is growing revenue faster at 6.8% — sustainability is the question.
AMT generates stronger free cash flow (951M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMT scores higher overall (72/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 26.8% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
Manhattan Bridge Capital Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Manhattan Bridge Capital, Inc., a real estate financing company, originates, services, and manages a portfolio of initial home loans in the United States. The company is headquartered in Great Neck, New York.
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