SBA Communications Corp (SBAC)vsT-Mobile US Inc (TMUS)
SBAC
SBA Communications Corp
$221.20
+2.42%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $22.91B
TMUS
T-Mobile US Inc
$195.50
-1.35%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $211.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
T-Mobile US Inc generates 3116% more annual revenue ($90.53B vs $2.82B). SBAC leads profitability with a 37.4% profit margin vs 11.7%. TMUS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. TMUS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
SBAC
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
TMUS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+12.1%
Fair Value
$217.30
Current Price
$221.20
$3.90 discount
Margin of Safety
-65.6%
Fair Value
$134.07
Current Price
$195.50
$61.43 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.4%
Earnings expanding 115.6% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Generating 4.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
3.7% revenue growth
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 12.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SBAC
The strongest argument for SBAC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.4% and operating margin at 52.4%.
Bull Case : TMUS
The strongest argument for TMUS centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SBAC
The primary concerns for SBAC are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TMUS
The primary concerns for TMUS are Debt/Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SBAC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
TMUS is growing revenue faster at 10.6% — sustainability is the question.
TMUS generates stronger free cash flow (4.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TMUS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 54/100) and 10.6% revenue growth. 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.
SBA Communications Corp
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
SBA Communications Corporation is a real estate investment trust which owns and operates wireless infrastructure in the United States, Canada, Central America, South America, and South Africa.
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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