AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ (AMT) Factsheet
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AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ (AMT) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2025-10-28. Data as of Q2 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC N/A. FCF margin 36.2%. D/E 10.0x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-28.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | N/A | Below expectations |
| FCF Margin | 36.2% | Strong cash generation |
| Debt/Equity | 10.0x | Elevated debt |
FCF margin 36.2% — Top 25%.
Explore AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/: Earnings History | Filings
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Profitability: AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ earns N/A ROIC
ROIC TTM N/A. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-28.
| Metric | AMT | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | N/A | Red flag | Below cost of capital |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 94.7% | Excellent | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
Cash Flow: AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ generates $4.0B FCF at 36.2% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $4.0B. FCF margin 36.2%, Top 25%. OCF/Net income 1.6x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-28.
| Metric | AMT | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 36.2% | Excellent | Excellent cash conversion |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $4.0B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.6x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ at 10.0x leverage
Debt/Equity 10.0x. Total debt $37.2B, cash & investments $1.8B. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-28.
| Metric | AMT | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 10.0x | Red flag | Elevated leverage |
| Net Cash Position | $-35.4B | Warning | Net debt position |
Valuation: AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ trades at 22.5x earnings
P/E 22.5x. EV/Sales 11.1x. FCF yield 5.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-28.
| Metric | AMT | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 22.5x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 11.1x | Warning | Growth premium priced in |
| FCF Yield | 5.2% | Good | Attractive cash return |
Capital Allocation: AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ returns 0.0% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 0.0%. Capital returned $0 TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-28.
| Metric | AMT | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 0.0% | Warning | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $0 | Adequate | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 36.2% | Top 25% | - |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 94.7% | Top 5% | 58.0x above |
| P/E Ratio | 22.5x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | AMT | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 36.2% | Excellent | Top 25% of sector (median: 0.0%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 999.8% | Red flag | High financial leverage |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 22.5x | Adequate | Fair value |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 5.2% | Good | Solid cash yield |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ (AMT) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of N/A. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-28.
Q: What is AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ (AMT) has a free cash flow margin of 36.2%, generating $4.0 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-28.
Q: What is AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ (AMT) trades at a P/E ratio of 22.5x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 11.1x. FCF yield 5.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-28.
Q: How much debt does AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ have?
AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ (AMT) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 10.0x with total debt of $37.2 billion. Net debt $35.4 billion. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-28.
Q: What is AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/'s revenue and earnings growth?
AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ (AMT) grew revenue by 6.6% year-over-year. EPS +164.5% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-28.
Q: Is AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ buying back stock?
AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ (AMT) repurchased $364.6 million of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 0.4%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-28.
Q: How does AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ compare to competitors in Real Estate?
Compared to other companies in Real Estate, AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ (AMT) shows: FCF margin 36.2%, sector median 0.0% (Top 25%). These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Real Estate companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/?
Quantitative warning flags for AMERICAN TOWER CORP /MA/ (AMT): 1) debt/equity 10.0x (above 1.5x threshold). Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-28.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2025-10-28. TTM metrics as of Q2 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.