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AT&T Inc (T) Earnings: 2Q Communications Segment Revenue Misses Estimates

  • Communications Segment Revenue: $28.58 billion, slightly below the estimated $28.87 billion.
  • Latin America Segment Revenue: $1.10 billion, surpassing the estimated $1.06 billion.
  • Capital Expenditure: $4.4 billion, less than the projected $4.61 billion.
  • Full-Year Guidance: Company maintains its financial guidance for the whole year of 2024.
  • 2025 Projections: Anticipates growth in Adjusted EPS.
  • Debt Goals: Aims to achieve net debt-to-adjusted EBITDA ratio of 2.5x in the first half of 2025.
  • Analyst Ratings: 18 buys, 13 holds, 2 sells.

At&T Inc on Smartkarma

Analysts on Smartkarma, such as Baptista Research, have provided positive coverage on AT&T Inc. The latest reports focus on the company’s consistent execution in driving up Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) and pursuing growth opportunities through new launches. The First Quarter 2024 earnings showcased AT&T’s progress in becoming a leading connectivity provider with emphasis on 5G and fiber technology. The company saw substantial growth in its high-value wireless and broadband subscriber base, particularly in the Mobility sector, adding 349,000 postpaid phone net adds and achieving increased ARPU, leading to robust operating income and margins.

Baptista Research‘s assessments of AT&T’s performance in Q4 2023 highlighted significant growth and strategic investments, resulting in 1.7 million postpaid phone net additions for the year. The company’s wireless and fiber customer base expanded by 10%, reaching over 71.2 million subscribers, driving up wireless service revenues by $7.5 billion and Mobility EBITDA by approximately $4 billion. Furthermore, AT&T’s mid-band 5G network now covers over 210 million people, while the fiber network serves over 26 million consumer and business locations, showcasing the company’s commitment to growth through innovation and expansion.


A look at At&T Inc Smart Scores

FactorScoreMagnitude
Value4
Dividend5
Growth5
Resilience2
Momentum4
OVERALL SMART SCORE4.0

Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma

The Smartkarma Smart Scores indicate a promising long-term outlook for AT&T Inc. With strong scores in Dividend and Growth, the company is poised to provide stable returns and potentially continue to expand its business operations. The high score in Value suggests that AT&T Inc. is currently undervalued in the market, presenting a potential investment opportunity for value-oriented investors. Additionally, its solid score in Momentum indicates positive market sentiment and potential for future price appreciation.

However, the lower Resilience score may point to some factors that could pose challenges for AT&T Inc. in the future. Investors should consider the company’s ability to withstand economic downturns or market fluctuations. Overall, with a mix of high and moderate scores across different factors, AT&T Inc. presents a compelling investment case for those seeking a balance of growth potential, income from dividends, and value opportunities in the telecommunications sector.


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