Shenandoah Telecommunications Co (SHEN)vsAT&T Inc. (T)
SHEN
Shenandoah Telecommunications Co
$10.26
-1.25%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $549.23M
T
AT&T Inc.
$22.18
-0.36%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $144.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AT&T Inc. generates 34618% more annual revenue ($128.85B vs $371.14M). T leads profitability with a 10.2% profit margin vs -12.1%. SHEN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. T earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
SHEN
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
T
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SHEN.
Margin of Safety
+22.7%
Fair Value
$28.38
Current Price
$22.18
$6.20 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 11630.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.6%
Generating 5.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -4.9% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 90.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SHEN
The strongest argument for SHEN centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.87 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : T
The strongest argument for T centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap. PEG of 1.26 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SHEN
The primary concerns for SHEN are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : T
The primary concerns for T are Debt/Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.67 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SHEN profiles as a turnaround stock while T is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHEN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
T is growing revenue faster at 5.3% — sustainability is the question.
T generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
T scores higher overall (64/100 vs 56/100). 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.
Shenandoah Telecommunications Co
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Shenandoah Telecommunications Company, provides a range of broadband communication services and cell tower placement space in the mid-Atlantic part of the United States. The company is headquartered in Edinburg, Virginia.
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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