Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd (CHT)vsLumen Technologies, Inc. (LUMN)
CHT
Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd
$48.15
-0.78%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $37.63B
LUMN
Lumen Technologies, Inc.
$4.80
+2.35%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd generates 1970% more annual revenue ($244.93B vs $11.83B). CHT leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs -8.7%. CHT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.69. CHT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CHT
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
LUMN
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+65.2%
Fair Value
$122.05
Current Price
$48.15
$73.90 discount
Margin of Safety
+29.1%
Fair Value
$11.08
Current Price
$4.80
$6.28 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Generating 15.2B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.2x book value
4.6% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -14.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CHT
The strongest argument for CHT centers on Free Cash Flow, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 21.6%.
Bull Case : LUMN
The strongest argument for LUMN centers on Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : CHT
The primary concerns for CHT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : LUMN
The primary concerns for LUMN are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CHT profiles as a mature stock while LUMN is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LUMN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.86 — expect wider price swings.
CHT is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — sustainability is the question.
CHT generates stronger free cash flow (15.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CHT scores higher overall (59/100 vs 30/100), backed by strong 16.1% margins. LUMN offers better value entry with a 29.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd. provides telecommunications services in Taiwan. The company is headquartered in Taipei City, Taiwan.
Lumen Technologies, Inc.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Lumen Technologies (formerly CenturyLink) is an American telecommunications company headquartered in Monroe, Louisiana, that offers communications, network services, security, cloud solutions, voice, and managed services.
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