AT&T Inc. is the largest telecom player in the world, by revenue. It is a leading U.S. based communications and digital entertainment service provider, offering mobile, broadband, subscription TV services and live TV offerings.
AT&T has reorganized its business into four units, Communications (84% of 2018 revenues - wireless, wireline and entertainment in the US and businesses globally), WarnerMedia (11%), Latin America (4%- entertainment and wireless services outside of the U.S.), and Xandr (1%). About 90% of AT&T’s revenues are derived from services while equipment constitutes the remaining 10%.
AT&T perfectly fits into the definition of a “modern media company” offering premium content, direct to customer relationship, advertising and high-speed networks to its customers, including companies, government, and wholesale and individual subscribers. With nearly four decades of its existence, AT&T has built a strong brand reputation and a loyal customer base. The company is known for its seamless service, uninterrupted internet, and efficient network operations.
Key Investment Data
- Ticker: nyse:t
- Sector: Communication Services
- Industry: Telecommunication Services
- Market Cap: 123.03B
- Market Cap Group: Large Cap
- P/E: 8.76
- Dividend Yield: 6.45%
- Grade: C
- Dividend Aristocrat: YES
- Chowder Score: Members Only
- Revenue Growth: Members Only
- Dividend Growth: Members Only
- Dividend Growth Fit: 0/10
- Dividend Income Fit: 6/10
Competitors
The competitive landscape is important as they compete for the same business. Below is the list of competitors in the same industry. While not displayed, a number of metrics you can also use to evaluate your picks are the Chowder Score, the Relative Strength Index (RSI), the Graham Number, and the Piotroski F-Score.
Ticker | Ticker | Company | Market Cap | P/E | Yield | Aristocrat | Graph | SectorID | IndustryID |
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VZ | NYSE:VZ | Verizon Communications Inc. | 166.11 | 14.33 | 6.73 | NO | 1 | 2 | 99 |
T | NYSE:T | AT&T | 123.03 | 8.76 | 6.45 | YES | 1 | 2 | 99 |
AT&T - FAQ
What is the stock ticker for AT&T?
The stock ticker for AT&T is NYSE:T.
Is AT&T a good stock to buy?
You need to consider your investment strategy and how NYSE:T can fit in your portfolio.
The current dividend income score of 6/10 and dividend growth score of 0/10. Those 2 metrics together should help you decide the fit for your portfolio. Be it for income or for growth.
Is AT&T a Buy, Sell or Hold?
The Dividend Snapshot Opportunity Score of 43 out of 100.
The score reflects the strength of a buy signal but it does not show a sell signal if it's low. The higher the better.
A sell signal is more difficult as it often relies on the reason you bought the stock in the first place.
How can I buy stocks for AT&T?
You can easily buy the T stock with an online trading platform.
Just make sure the stock fits your risk profile and investment goals.