Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd (CHT)vsPLDT Inc ADR (PHI)
CHT
Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd
$49.85
+2.03%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $37.63B
PHI
PLDT Inc ADR
$18.26
+0.55%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $3.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd generates 11% more annual revenue ($244.93B vs $220.89B). CHT leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs 13.1%. 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
PHI
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+65.2%
Fair Value
$122.05
Current Price
$49.85
$72.20 discount
Margin of Safety
+88.1%
Fair Value
$206.05
Current Price
$18.26
$187.79 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Generating 15.2B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 11.7B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.0%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.7x book value
4.6% earnings growth
2.1% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 14.0%
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 : PHI
The strongest argument for PHI centers on P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : CHT
The primary concerns for CHT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : PHI
The primary concerns for PHI are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.70 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CHT profiles as a mature stock while PHI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PHI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.33 — 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 56/100), backed by strong 16.1% margins. PHI offers better value entry with a 88.1% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
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.
PLDT Inc ADR
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
PLDT Inc. is an integrated telecommunications company in the Philippines. The company is headquartered in Makati City, the Philippines.
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