Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd (CHT)vsSK Telecom Co Ltd ADR (SKM)
CHT
Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd
$48.55
+0.83%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $37.63B
SKM
SK Telecom Co Ltd ADR
$31.82
+1.11%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $11.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SK Telecom Co Ltd ADR generates 6865% more annual revenue ($17.06T vs $244.93B). CHT leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs 4.4%. SKM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. SKM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CHT
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
SKM
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+65.2%
Fair Value
$122.05
Current Price
$48.55
$73.50 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SKM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Generating 15.2B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 450.4% YoY
Generating 774.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.3x book value
4.6% earnings growth
0.5% revenue growth
ROE of 5.0% — below average capital efficiency
4.4% margin — thin
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : SKM
The strongest argument for SKM centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CHT
The primary concerns for CHT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : SKM
The primary concerns for SKM are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CHT profiles as a mature stock while SKM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SKM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
CHT is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — sustainability is the question.
SKM generates stronger free cash flow (774.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SKM scores higher overall (62/100 vs 59/100). CHT offers better value entry with a 65.2% 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.
SK Telecom Co Ltd ADR
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
SK Telecom Co., Ltd. provides wireless telecommunications services in South Korea and internationally. The company is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.
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