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AT&T Inc.(T)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for T
10/08/2026: T (2-star) is a SELL. SELL for 5 days. Simulated Profits (-1.46%). Updated daily EoD!
AT&T Inc. is a major US-based telecommunications provider primarily focused on wireless mobility and fiber-based broadband services. The company is currently recognized for its focus on operational efficiency and a steady dividend, having moved away from previous media-centric strategies to concentrate on connectivity. Its primary growth story revolves around the continued expansion of its fiber footprint and 5G network utility. Key risks include intense competitive pricing pressure from rivals like T-Mobile and cable providers, as well as a high historical debt load. The stock may best suit dividend-focused investors seeking reliable income, though shareholders should monitor progress in fiber subscriber growth and debt reduction.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Weak fit | The company operates in a mature industry with limited top-line expansion potential. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | This is generally a value-oriented stock, often lacking the rapid price appreciation required for momentum strategies. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The stock is often viewed as a value play due to its stable cash flows and established market presence. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | AT&T is a classic income-focused stock providing a reliable yield for portfolio stability. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | While established, the company's high debt load and industry competition introduce moderate risk. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | The stock price is influenced by sector-wide interest rate sensitivity and competitive news. |
| Valuation risk | Low | The stock typically trades at modest multiples, limiting the risk of severe valuation compression. |
| Competition risk (Connectivity competition) | High | Intense rivalry with T-Mobile and cable providers pressures margins. |
| Business quality | Medium | The company maintains essential infrastructure but operates in a slow-growth industry. |
| Dividend income | Medium | While currently stable, capital allocation priorities could impact future payouts. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successfully managing the fiber rollout and deleveraging is critical to long-term success. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 63.3% | Avg. Invested days 92 | Today’s Advisory SELL |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/08/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 167.68B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 8.08 | 1Y Target Price 28.77 |
Price to earnings Ratio 8.08 | 1Y Target Price 28.77 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 36.7M shares | Beta 0.44 | 52 Weeks Range 19.63 - 28.75 | Updated Date 10/07/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 19.63 - 28.75 | Updated Date 10/07/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.54% | Basic EPS (TTM) 3.03 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Mobility | Wireless subscription services and equipment sales. | The primary engine of the company's revenue and cash flow. |
| Consumer Wireline | Fiber and legacy broadband and voice services. | A key growth area as fiber continues to replace legacy copper services. |
| Business Wireline | Advanced IP and networking services for enterprises. | Provides stable, albeit slowly declining, revenue from corporate clients. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 8.08 | Forward PE 9.9 | Enterprise Value 318.68B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.32 |
Enterprise Value 318.68B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.32 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.5 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.93 | Shares Outstanding 6.85B | Shares Floating 6.84B |
Shares Outstanding 6.85B | Shares Floating 6.84B | ||
Percent Insiders 0.09 | Percent Institutions 68.46 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
News (Last Updated: 10/07/2026)
About AT&T Inc.
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Dallas, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1984-07-19 | CEO, President & Chairman Mr. John T. Stankey | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Telecom Services | Full time employees 133030 | Website https://www.att.com |
Full time employees 133030 | Website https://www.att.com | ||
AT&T Inc. provides telecommunications and technology services worldwide. It operates through two segments, Communications and Latin America. The Communications segment offers wireless voice and data communications services; and sells handsets, wireless data cards, wireless computing devices, carrying cases/protective covers, and wireless chargers through its own company-owned stores, agents, and third-party retail stores. It also provides AT&T Dedicated Internet, fiber ethernet and broadband, fixed wireless, and hosted and managed professional services; and copper-based voice and data, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), wholesale, outsourcing, and IP, as well as customer premises equipment for multinational corporations, small and mid-sized businesses, governmental, and wholesale customers. In addition, this segment offers broadband services, including fiber connections, legacy telephony voice communication services, and other VoIP services and equipment to residential customers. This segment markets its communications services and products under the AT&T, AT&T Business, Cricket, AT&T PREPAID, AT&T Fiber, and AT&T Internet Air brand names. Its Latin America segment provides postpaid and prepaid wireless services in Mexico under the AT&T and Unefon brand names, as well as sells smartphones through its stores, agents and third-party retail stores. The company was formerly known as SBC Communications Inc. and changed its name to AT&T Inc. in 2005. AT&T Inc. was incorporated in 1983 and is based in Dallas, Texas.
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