American Tower Corp (AMT)vsMid-America Apartment Communities Inc (MAA)
AMT
American Tower Corp
$194.12
+0.11%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $86.44B
MAA
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
$137.54
+0.49%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $16.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Tower Corp generates 389% more annual revenue ($10.82B vs $2.21B). AMT leads profitability with a 26.8% profit margin vs 17.6%. AMT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.97. AMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
AMT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
MAA
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+7.0%
Fair Value
$194.13
Current Price
$194.12
$0.01 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MAA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 79 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.9%
Earnings expanding 76.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.6%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 25.7x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.8% revenue growth
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMT
The strongest argument for AMT centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.8% and operating margin at 45.9%.
Bull Case : MAA
The strongest argument for MAA centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.6% and operating margin at 26.6%.
Bear Case : AMT
The primary concerns for AMT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 12.36 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MAA
The primary concerns for MAA are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 42.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMT profiles as a mature stock while MAA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — 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 50/100), 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.
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Mid-America Apartment Communities (MAA) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust based in Memphis, Tennessee that invests in apartments in the Southeastern United States and the Southwestern United States.
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