Pure Storage Inc (PSTG)vsAT&T Inc (T)
PSTG
Pure Storage Inc
$62.63
-4.31%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $20.68B
T
AT&T Inc
$28.31
+2.05%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $200.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AT&T Inc generates 3330% more annual revenue ($125.65B vs $3.66B). T leads profitability with a 17.5% profit margin vs 5.1%. PSTG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. T earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
PSTG
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
T
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-195.4%
Fair Value
$25.74
Current Price
$62.63
$36.89 premium
Margin of Safety
-34.3%
Fair Value
$21.08
Current Price
$28.31
$7.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 140.6% YoY
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 14.3x book value
5.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% revenue growth
Earnings declined 5.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PSTG
The strongest argument for PSTG centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : T
The strongest argument for T centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.5% and operating margin at 18.4%.
Bear Case : PSTG
The primary concerns for PSTG are Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 113.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : T
The primary concerns for T are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PSTG profiles as a growth stock while T is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PSTG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
PSTG is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
T generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
T scores higher overall (63/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 17.5% margins. 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.
Pure Storage Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Pure Storage, Inc. provides data storage technology and solutions in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
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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