American Tower Corp (AMT)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
AMT
American Tower Corp
$194.12
+0.11%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $86.44B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$365.36
-2.95%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Tower Corp generates 187% more annual revenue ($10.82B vs $3.77B). AMT leads profitability with a 26.8% profit margin vs 11.9%. WAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. AMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
AMT
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
WAT
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+7.0%
Fair Value
$194.13
Current Price
$194.12
$0.01 discount
Margin of Safety
-84.6%
Fair Value
$178.29
Current Price
$365.36
$187.07 premium
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
Revenue surging 91.4% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 25.7x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.5x book value
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 2.8%
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 : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 91.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 45.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMT profiles as a mature stock while WAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 91.4% — 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 "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.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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