Equinix [EQIX] vs American Tower [AMT] Detailed Stock Comparison
Equinix
NASDAQ
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American Tower
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Equinix wins in 8 metrics, American Tower wins in 12 metrics, with 0 ties. American Tower appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Equinix | American Tower | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 76.35 | 38.70 | American Tower |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 5.37 | 26.06 | Equinix |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 154.90 | 431.47 | Equinix |
| PEG Ratio | 4.10 | -0.65 | American Tower |
| EV/EBITDA | 24.88 | 21.89 | American Tower |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 11.13% | 12.60% | American Tower |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 22.58% | 45.66% | American Tower |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 22.58% | 45.66% | American Tower |
| Return on Equity | 7.51% | 24.28% | American Tower |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 3.13% | 4.54% | American Tower |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $183.00M | $3.70B | American Tower |
| Dividend Yield | 2.93% | 2.29% | Equinix |
| 1-Year Return | -6.74% | -7.61% | Equinix |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 8.48 | 9.43 | Equinix |
| Enterprise Value | $93.91B | $145.02B | American Tower |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 10.52 | 14.14 | Equinix |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 51.95% | 73.78% | American Tower |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $92 | $22 | Equinix |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $10.13 | $5.34 | Equinix |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.89 | 0.83 | American Tower |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Equinix vs American Tower Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equinix | -0.53% | -0.41% | -2.15% | -10.12% | -16.04% | -18.22% |
| American Tower | 0.11% | 3.08% | -7.40% | -1.87% | 9.49% | 15.85% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equinix | -6.74% | 15.13% | -1.88% | 187.29% | 745.12% | 1,874.41% |
| American Tower | -7.61% | -19.70% | -15.97% | 124.43% | 342.84% | 793.99% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Equinix vs American Tower
| Metric | EQIX | AMT |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $75.69B | $96.76B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 379,610 | 2,228,784 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 507,793 | 2,137,641 |
| Last Close | $772.19 | $209.73 |
| 52 Week Range | $701.41 - $994.03 | $172.51 - $243.56 |
| % from 52W High | -22.32% | -13.89% |
| All-Time High | $994.03 (Nov 25, 2024) | $303.72 (Sep 06, 2021) |
| % from All-Time High | -22.32% | -30.95% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.05% | 0.03% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.22% | -0.59% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.11% | 0.13% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.23% | 0.46% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.08% | 0.24% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 154.90 | 431.47 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $143.91 | $7.93 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $37.40 | $4.43 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $3.49B | $5.24B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $2.25B | $4.46B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 2.93% | 2.29% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $22.59 | $4.94 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Equinix vs American Tower
| Metric | EQIX | AMT |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 76.35 | 38.70 |
| Forward P/E | 57.81 | 30.43 |
| PEG Ratio | 4.10 | -0.65 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 8.48 | 9.43 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 5.37 | 26.06 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $75.69B | $96.76B |
| Enterprise Value | $93.91B | $145.02B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 10.52 | 14.14 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 24.88 | 21.89 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.89 | 0.83 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $143.91 | $7.93 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Equinix vs American Tower
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | EQIX | AMT |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $2.23B | $2.63B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $1.08B | $688.70M |
| Gross Profit | $1.14B | $1.94B |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $474.00M | $1.20B |
| EBITDA | $1.01B | $1.85B |
| Pre-Tax Income | $392.00M | $511.80M |
| Income Tax | $49.00M | $131.30M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $343.00M | $380.50M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | EQIX | AMT |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $2.95B | $2.10B |
| Total Current Assets | $5.51B | $3.51B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $3.33B | $6.32B |
| Long-Term Debt | $18.10B | $40.97B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $13.91B | $9.94B |
| Retained Earnings | $-5.71B | $-4.73B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $21.49B | $27.43B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | EQIX | AMT |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $806.00M | $1.30B |
| Capital Expenditures | $-750.00M | $-331.10M |
| Free Cash Flow | $59.00M | $963.90M |
| Debt Repayment | $-33.00M | $-1.84B |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | N/A |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | EQIX | AMT |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 1.98M | 5.46M |
| Short Ratio | 3.14 | 2.74 |
| Short % of Float | 0.02% | 0.01% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 379,610 | 2,228,784 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 507,793 | 2,137,641 |
| Shares Outstanding | 97.29M | 467.38M |
| Float Shares | 97.49M | 466.91M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.98% | 0.95% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Equinix vs American Tower
| Metric | EQIX | AMT |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $22.59 | $4.94 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 2.93% | 2.29% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $17.27 | $5.89 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.51% | 0.82% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $51.80 | $17.66 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Aug 20, 2025 | Apr 11, 2025 |