AT&T Inc (T)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
T
AT&T Inc
$28.81
+0.43%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $204.67B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$159.16
-0.17%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $44.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AT&T Inc generates 1430% more annual revenue ($125.65B vs $8.21B). YUM leads profitability with a 19.0% profit margin vs 17.5%. T appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.60. T earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
T
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
YUM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.7%
Fair Value
$20.67
Current Price
$28.81
$8.14 premium
Margin of Safety
+38.8%
Fair Value
$259.74
Current Price
$159.16
$100.58 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 31.9%
Earnings expanding 27.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% revenue growth
Earnings declined 5.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : YUM
The strongest argument for YUM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.0% and operating margin at 31.9%.
Bear Case : T
The primary concerns for T are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
T profiles as a value stock while YUM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
YUM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
YUM is growing revenue faster at 6.5% — 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. YUM offers better value entry with a 38.8% margin of safety. 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.
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.
Yum! Brands Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Yum! Brands, Inc. is an American fast food corporation listed on the Fortune 1000. Yum! operates the brands KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, The Habit Burger Grill, and WingStreet worldwide, except in China, where the brands are operated by a separate company, Yum China.
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