Shenandoah Telecommunications Co (SHEN)vsAT&T Inc. (T)
SHEN
Shenandoah Telecommunications Co
$13.37
+0.45%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $742.44M
T
AT&T Inc.
$24.50
+1.87%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $160.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AT&T Inc. generates 34570% more annual revenue ($127.24B vs $367.00M). T leads profitability with a 16.9% profit margin vs -12.2%. SHEN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. T earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
SHEN
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
T
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SHEN.
Margin of Safety
+17.2%
Fair Value
$27.84
Current Price
$24.50
$3.34 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
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.8%
Generating 5.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -4.8% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.3% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
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, Market Cap, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.9% and operating margin at 24.8%.
Bear Case : SHEN
The primary concerns for SHEN are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : T
The primary concerns for T are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
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 0.69 — expect wider price swings.
SHEN is growing revenue faster at 5.5% — sustainability is the question.
T generates stronger free cash flow (5.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
T scores higher overall (68/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 16.9% margins. 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.
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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