T

AT&T Inc.

NYSE Communication Services

$21.80

-0.18 (-0.82%)

Updated: 7/17/2026, 8:55:00 PM

Open

$22.38

High

$22.76

Low

$21.68

Prev Close

$21.98

Volume

70.39M

Price History

Why Is T ▼ Down Today?

-0.82%

AST SpaceMobile posts slight decline, outperforms weaker sector

AST SpaceMobile shares saw a modest dip today, closing down 0.8185%. This decline was less severe than the broader sector's average drop of 3.02%, indicating relative resilience. Recent positive coverage highlighting the company's growth potential and future valuation may have helped temper a larger fall.

Key Drivers

Sector Performance

AST SpaceMobile's modest decline was significantly less than the average 3.02% drop experienced by its sector, showcasing relative strength.

Growth Outlook

Continued positive sentiment from recent articles discussing AST SpaceMobile's exciting growth phase and potential future value likely provided some underlying support.

Generated by Highly Regarded's proprietary market analysis engine. Not financial advice.

Jul 17 ▼ -0.8% AST SpaceMobile posts slight decline, outperforms weaker sector

Jul 16 ▲ +2.6% AT&T Rises Amid Positive Network News and Ahead of Q2 Earnings

Jul 15 ▲ +0.6% AT&T Sees Modest Gain, Lags Behind Sector Average

Jul 14 ▼ -1.2% AT&T (T) Declines, Underperforming Sector Amid Analyst Caution

Jul 13 ▲ +2.0% AT&T Rises, Outperforming Sector on Renewed Investor Interest

Jul 10 ▲ +0.5% AT&T Rises on 5G Trial Success and Strong Customer Satisfaction

Jul 9 ▼ -0.5% AT&T shares dip slightly, underperforming sector amid recent weakness

Jul 8 ▲ +0.1% AT&T (T) Edges Higher, Outperforming Weak Telecom Sector

Jul 7 ▲ +2.7% AT&T Shares Climb, Outperforming Sector

Jul 6 ▲ +0.2% AT&T (T) inches up, outperforming sector amid investor interest

Jul 3 — +0.0% AT&T (T) Flat on Market Holiday, No Trading Activity

Jul 2 ▲ +0.3% AT&T posts modest gain, potentially from bargain hunting

Jul 1 ▼ -1.0% AT&T Slips on Starlink Competition Fears, Underperforming Sector

Jun 30 ▼ -5.1% Telecom Stock T Plunges on Starlink Mobile Internet Competition Fears

Jun 29 ▼ -4.0% AT&T (T) drops on Starlink mobile internet competition fears

Mar 31 ▼ -0.5% AT&T (T) dips slightly amid sector gains

Mar 30 ▼ -1.1% AT&T (T) dips slightly amid mixed market signals

Mar 27 ▲ +0.6% AT&T (T) Up Slightly Despite Sector Downturn

Mar 26 ▲ +1.0% AT&T (T) Up Slightly Despite Sector Downturn

Mar 25 ▼ -0.2% AT&T (T) dips slightly despite positive analyst sentiment

Mar 24 ▲ +0.8% T Rises Slightly Amidst Sector Weakness

Mar 23 ▲ +1.6% AT&T (T) Climbs Amidst Sector Gains and AI App Launch

Mar 20 ▲ +2.4% AT&T (T) Rises Following AI Customer App Launch

Mar 19 ▲ +1.3% AT&T (T) Rises Slightly Amidst Mixed Signals, Outperforming Sector

Mar 18 ▼ -1.6% AT&T (T) Declines Amidst Sector Weakness

Mar 17 ▲ +0.4% AT&T (T) modestly up amid positive sector sentiment

Mar 16 — -0.1% AT&T (T) Slightly Down Amidst Mixed Sector Performance

Mar 13 ▲ +1.2% AT&T (T) Rises Slightly on Infrastructure Investment News

Mar 12 ▲ +0.4% AT&T (T) Gains Slightly Amidst Sector Weakness

Mar 11 ▼ -2.1% T stock dips slightly amid mixed sector performance

Financial Highlights

TTM 2025

Income Statement

Revenue

$125.65B

Gross Profit

N/A

Operating Income

$24.16B

19.2% margin

Net Income

$23.39B

18.6% margin

EPS (Diluted)

$3.04

Balance Sheet

Total Assets

$420.20B

Total Liabilities

$293.71B

Stockholders' Equity

$126.49B

Long-Term Debt

$134.72B

Cash Flow

Operating Cash Flow

$40.28B

Investing Activities

-$18.78B

Net Cash Flow

$15.12B

SEC filing dated February 9, 2026. Source: Polygon.io / SEC EDGAR.

Highly Regarded Analysis

Updated Jul 17, 2026 • Refreshes daily

Rating

HODL

Risk

Medium

Target

$29.34

Type

Standard

Executive Summary

AT&T (T) is a telecommunications giant undergoing a strategic transformation, focusing on its core advanced connectivity services, particularly fiber broadband and 5G wireless. The company aims to drive sustainable growth and enhance shareholder returns through disciplined capital allocation and debt reduction. While recent financial results show progress in key growth areas, significant debt levels and intense competition present ongoing challenges. The stock currently trades at a low valuation with an attractive dividend yield, but its overall financial strength, despite strong profitability, is considered moderate.

Bull Case

The bull case for AT&T rests on its successful execution of the advanced connectivity strategy, particularly the aggressive expansion of its fiber and 5G networks. The company aims to reach 60 million fiber locations by 2030, a substantial increase from 37 million in Q1 2026. Consistent free cash flow generation, guided at over $18 billion for 2026, provides strong coverage for its attractive dividend yield (over 5%) and supports planned share buybacks. The low P/E ratio suggests the stock may be undervalued, offering upside potential if growth in fiber and wireless subscribers continues to accelerate and debt reduction targets are met. Strategic acquisitions, such as Lumen's fiber assets, further enhance its market position.

Bear Case

The primary bear case for AT&T revolves around its substantial debt load, which was approximately $126.4 billion in net debt as of Q1 2026. High capital expenditures for network expansion, while strategic, can constrain free cash flow in the short term, as seen in Q1 2026. The telecommunications sector is highly competitive, with fierce rivals like Verizon and T-Mobile vying for market share in wireless and broadband. The ongoing decline of AT&T's legacy wireline business continues to be a drag on overall performance. Furthermore, emerging threats, such as SpaceX's satellite-to-phone ambitions, could pose a long-term structural risk to AT&T's core businesses.

Technical Outlook

AT&T's stock has traded in a 52-week range of $19.89 to $29.79. It is currently trading near the lower end of this range at $21.81. On July 16, 2026, the stock saw a daily high of $22.77 and a low of $22.11. The stock opened at $21.99 on July 17, 2026, showing a slight daily decline. The 50-day moving average is $23.05 and the 200-day moving average is $25.32, indicating a recent downward trend.

Fundamental Health

AT&T's Q1 2026 results showed a beat on both revenue ($31.5 billion) and adjusted EPS ($0.57). The company reported strong growth in Advanced Connectivity services, with internet net additions of 584,000 (split evenly between fiber and fixed wireless) and postpaid phone net additions of 294,000. AT&T's 2026 guidance includes adjusted EPS of $2.25-$2.35, adjusted EBITDA growth of 3-4%, and free cash flow exceeding $18 billion. However, free cash flow in Q1 2026 dipped to $2.5 billion from $3.1 billion a year prior, largely due to significant fiber investments. The company carries substantial net debt, approximately $126.4 billion as of Q1 2026, representing about 2.8x EBITDA, which remains a key concern and limits financial flexibility. Its P/E ratio of 7.37-8.2x suggests a low valuation relative to earnings.

Key Catalysts

Continued strong subscriber growth in fiber and postpaid wireless segments
Successful execution of debt reduction targets and achieving the net debt-to-EBITDA ratio of 2.5x
Exceeding Q2 2026 earnings expectations on July 22, 2026
Further expansion of the 5G network and fiber footprint, including leveraging recent acquisitions
Robust shareholder returns through dividends and planned share repurchases

Sources

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This analysis was conducted by Highly Regarded's proprietary market analysis engine. It is not financial advice. Always do your own research and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.