Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd (CHT)vsT-Mobile US Inc (TMUS)
CHT
Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd
$48.91
-0.16%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $37.63B
TMUS
T-Mobile US Inc
$160.15
+2.37%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $165.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd generates 161% more annual revenue ($244.93B vs $93.82B). CHT leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs 12.0%. TMUS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.55. TMUS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
CHT
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
TMUS
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+65.2%
Fair Value
$122.05
Current Price
$48.91
$73.14 discount
Margin of Safety
-28.1%
Fair Value
$122.15
Current Price
$160.15
$38.00 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Generating 15.2B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 24.7%
Earnings expanding 33.6% YoY
Generating 4.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.4x book value
4.6% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 : TMUS
The strongest argument for TMUS centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.55 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 : TMUS
The primary concerns for TMUS are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.06 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CHT profiles as a mature stock while TMUS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TMUS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.32 — 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
TMUS scores higher overall (74/100 vs 59/100). CHT offers better value entry with a 65.2% margin of safety. 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.
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.
T-Mobile US Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
T-Mobile US, Inc., doing business under the global brand name T-Mobile, is an American wireless network operator. Its headquarters are located in Bellevue, Washington, in the Seattle metropolitan area and Overland Park, Kansas, in the Kansas City metropolitan area.
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