American Tower Corp (AMT)vsTranscontinental Realty Investors (TCI)
AMT
American Tower Corp
$182.71
+2.54%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $85.12B
TCI
Transcontinental Realty Investors
$35.42
-4.84%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $325.18M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Tower Corp generates 21953% more annual revenue ($10.82B vs $49.06M). TCI leads profitability with a 28.1% profit margin vs 26.8%. TCI trades at a lower P/E of 23.5x. AMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
AMT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
TCI
Hold46
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
-40.3%
Fair Value
$38.90
Current Price
$35.42
$3.48 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 11134.0% YoY
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 24.2x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
3.3% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.7% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : TCI
The strongest argument for TCI centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.1% and operating margin at -28.9%.
Bear Case : AMT
The primary concerns for AMT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : TCI
The primary concerns for TCI are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMT profiles as a mature stock while TCI is a value 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 46/100), 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.
Transcontinental Realty Investors
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
Transcontinental Realty Investors, Inc., a Dallas-based real estate investment company, has a diverse portfolio of capital real estate located throughout the United States, including apartments, office buildings, shopping centers, and urbanized and undeveloped land.
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