Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd (CHT)vsAT&T Inc. (T)
CHT
Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd
$44.56
-1.33%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $35.00B
T
AT&T Inc.
$22.75
-1.92%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $161.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd generates 90% more annual revenue ($240.29B vs $126.53B). T leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs 16.2%. T appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.63. T earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
CHT
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
T
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+65.8%
Fair Value
$123.94
Current Price
$44.56
$79.38 discount
Margin of Safety
+15.7%
Fair Value
$27.48
Current Price
$22.75
$4.73 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 21.8%
Generating 6.8B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 22.7%
Generating 2.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.0x book value
3.2% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 11.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CHT
The strongest argument for CHT centers on Debt/Equity, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.2% and operating margin at 21.8%.
Bull Case : T
The strongest argument for T centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.9% and operating margin at 22.7%.
Bear Case : CHT
The primary concerns for CHT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : T
The primary concerns for T are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CHT profiles as a mature stock while T is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
T carries more volatility with a beta of 0.40 — expect wider price swings.
CHT is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
CHT generates stronger free cash flow (6.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
T scores higher overall (64/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 16.9% margins. CHT offers better value entry with a 65.8% 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.
AT&T Inc.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
AT&T Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate holding company, Delaware-registered but headquartered at Whitacre Tower in Downtown Dallas, Texas. It is the world largest telecommunications company, and the second largest provider of mobile telephone services.
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