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American Tower

American Tower owns and operates more than 220,000 cell towers throughout the us, Asia, Latin America, Europe, and Africa. It also owns and/or operates 28 data centers in 10 us markets after acquiring CoreSite. On its towers, the company has a very concentrated customer base, with most revenue in each market being generated by just the top few mobile carriers. The company operates more than 40,000 towers in the us, which accounted for almost half of the company's total revenue in 2023. Outside the us, American Tower operates over 75,000 towers in India, almost 50,000 towers in Latin America (dominated by Brazil), 30,000 towers in Europe, and nearly 25,000 towers in Africa. American Tower operates as a REIT.

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American Tower (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMT#NYSE">AMT</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 3.83% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 12.36%. Currently, American Tower has a market capitalization of $88.50 billion. 
Buying $100 In AMT: If an investor had bought $100 of AMT stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $1,028.68 today based on a price of $189.38 for AMT at the time of writing.
<h3>American Tower's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739573108_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning American Tower Stock In The Last 20 Years

Analysts' ratings for American Tower (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMT#NYSE">AMT</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 9 analysts.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $219.78, a high estimate of $251.00, and a low estimate of $195.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 7.85% lower than the prior average price target of $238.50. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739570425_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The perception of American Tower by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
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<td>Michael Rollins</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Tim Long</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$214.00</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Patrick Walravens</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Maher Yaghi</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$236.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eric Luebchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tim Long</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
<td>$251.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vikram Malhorta</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$204.00</td>
<td>$221.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Schneider</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$234.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tim Long</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$251.00</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to American Tower. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of American Tower compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for American Tower's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of American Tower's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AMT/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on American Tower analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know American Tower Better</h2>
American Tower owns and operates more than 220,000 cell towers throughout the us, Asia, Latin America, Europe, and Africa. It also owns and/or operates 28 data centers in 10 us markets after acquiring CoreSite. On its towers, the company has a very concentrated customer base, with most revenue in each market being generated by just the top few mobile carriers. The company operates more than 40,000 towers in the us, which accounted for almost half of the company's total revenue in 2023. Outside the us, American Tower operates over 75,000 towers in India, almost 50,000 towers in Latin America (dominated by Brazil), 30,000 towers in Europe, and nearly 25,000 towers in Africa. American Tower operates as a REIT.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of American Tower</h3>
Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Revenue Growth: American Tower's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 0.05%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Real Estate sector.
Net Margin: American Tower's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -31.41%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): American Tower's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of -21.13%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): American Tower's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -1.23%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: American Tower's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 12.3. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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Analyst Ratings

Assessing American Tower: Insights From 9 Financial Analysts

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Citigroup analyst Michael Rollins maintains American Tower (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMT#NYSE">AMT</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $255 to $220.

Price Target

Citigroup Maintains Buy on American Tower, Lowers Price Target to $220

American Tower's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMT#NYSE">AMT</a>) short percent of float has risen 11.9% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 5.70 million shares sold short, which is 1.41% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.59 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>American Tower Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739478613_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for American Tower has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing American Tower's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, American Tower's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.49%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Short Sellers

Short Ideas

How Is The Market Feeling About American Tower?

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/reit">posted modest gains</a> to begin 2025. According to Nareit data, the FTSE Nareit All Equity REITs Index rose 1.0% in January. However, the broader stock market outperformed, with the Russell 1000 gaining 3.2% and the Dow Jones U.S. Total Stock Market rising 3.1%.
While <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/reit">REITs stood strong</a>, investors are weighing the impact of interest rates, sector performance, and income potential when considering <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">REIT-focused ETFs</a>. Here are three ETFs that have performed well in the past year:
iShares Residential and Multisector Real Estate ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/REZ#NYSE">REZ</a>)
This ETF&#8217;s price returns in the past year have been around 21.94%. The fund&#8217;s holding contains a few of the strongest names in the real estate industry. Welltower (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WELL#NYSE">WELL</a>) occupies the biggest chunk of the ETF&#8217;s total assets. The expense ratio is 0.48%. The ETF offers significant exposure to Healthcare REITs, which was among the best-performing REITs in January, per Nareit.
Vanguard Real Estate ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNQ#NYSE">VNQ</a>)
This fund&#8217;s price has grown 9.41% in the past year. It tracks the MSCI US Investable Market Real Estate 25/50 Index and carries an expense ratio of 0.13%. The ETF provides double-digit exposure to Data Center REITs, Healthcare REITs, Industrial REITs, Retail REITs, and Telecom REITs. Healthcare REITs and Industrial REITs were among the best-performing in January. 
This apart, the ETF is also exposed to Diversified REITs, Hotel &amp; Resorts REITs, Multi-Family Residential REITs, Office REITs, and others. Companies like Equinix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EQIX#NASDAQ">EQIX</a>), American Tower Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMT#NYSE">AMT</a>), and Welltower adorn the portfolio.
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Invesco S&amp;P 500 Equal Weight Real Estate ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RSPR#NYSE">RSPR</a>)
The ETF tracks the S&amp;P 500 Real Estate Index and its price has returned 14.45% in the past year. The expense ratio it carries is 0.4%. Stocks of Boston Properties Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BXP#NYSE">BXP</a>), American Tower and Vici Properties Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VICI#NYSE">VICI</a>) are among this fund&#8217;s holdings.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Dividend Appeal</h3>
Despite recent volatility, REITs continue to offer compelling dividend yields, making them attractive for income-focused investors. According to the Nareit report, as of Jan. 31, the FTSE Nareit All Equity REITs Index carried a dividend yield of 3.93%, while the Mortgage REITs Index yielded a hefty 12.05%. By comparison, the S&amp;P 500's dividend yield stood at just 1.19%.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Winners And Laggards</h3>
A closer look at January's sector performance reveals diverging trends within the REIT space. The best-performing property sectors were:
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<li>Industrial REITs: up 11.1%</li>
<li>Timberland REITs: up 8.1%</li>
<li>Health care REITs: up 4.2%</li>
</ul>
Mortgage REITs performed well in January, with the FTSE Nareit Mortgage REITs Index rising 5.4%. Home financing REITs also had a great January, posting an 8.4% gain, while commercial financing REITs edged up 0.2%.
Meanwhile, the weakest segments were:
<ul>
<li>Data center REITs: down 4.9%</li>
<li>Lodging/resorts REITs: down 2.7%</li>
<li>Specialty REITs: down 1.1%</li>
</ul>
ETF investors may find opportunities in targeted exposure to high-performing REIT segments while maintaining a diversified approach to balance risk and reward.
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REIT Winners And Losers: January's Trends Reshaping 2025

Cohen &amp; Steers is making a timely push into the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">actively managed ETF</a> space with the launch of three new funds. Announced on Feb. 5, these ETFs bring the firm&#8217;s investment strategies into a more accessible, flexible format for investors. The expense ratios of these ETFs range from 0.5%-0.7%.
The introduction of these funds come amid a rising demand trend for actively managed ETFs, which provide a combination of professional portfolio management and ETF liquidity.
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"The launch of our active ETF strategies reinforces our commitment to providing investors with vehicles that help them achieve their objectives and unlock the full potential of their portfolios," said Joseph Harvey, CEO of Cohen &amp; Steers. "We see significant tailwinds for real assets and preferred securities and believe that an allocation to these asset classes can lead to superior investment outcomes compared to traditional 60/40 stock-bond portfolios."
Here is a peek into the ETFs:
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">CSRE: Real Estate-Focused Diversification</h4>
The Cohen &amp; Steers Real Estate Active ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSRE#NYSE">CSRE</a>) targets real estate securities to offer investors total return and amplified portfolio diversification. The fund has a net expense ratio of 0.7%. Welltower Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WELL#NYSE">WELL</a>), Equinix Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EQIX#NASDAQ">EQIX</a>) and American Tower Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMT#NYSE">AMT</a>) are among its top holdings.
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">CSPF: Income And Capital Appreciation via Preferred Securities</h4>
The Cohen &amp; Steers Preferred and Income Opportunities Active ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSPF#NYSE">CSPF</a>) best suits investors seeking high income and capital appreciation. The fund primarily invests in investment-grade preferred securities, focusing on those considered undervalued relative to their credit quality. CSPF comes with a net expense ratio of 0.5% .
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">CSNR: Growth And Stability Via Natural Resources</h4>
The Cohen &amp; Steers Natural Resources Active ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSNR#NYSE">CSNR</a>) aims to bring in total return by investing in companies in the natural resources sector, including energy, metals, mining, and agriculture. This fund select firms poised for long-term growth in these critical industries. This ETF carries an expense ratio of 0.5% (after a fee waiver/ reimbursement contract) and its top holdings include Agco Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AGCO#NYSE">AGCO</a>), Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AEM#NYSE">AEM</a>) and Diamondback Energy Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FANG#NASDAQ">FANG</a>). The fund has holdings in firms listed overseas as well, which supports diversification.
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American Tower (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMT#NYSE">AMT</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 4.07% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 12.43%. Currently, American Tower has a market capitalization of $86.04 billion. 
Buying $1000 In AMT: If an investor had bought $1000 of AMT stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $10,485.76 today based on a price of $184.13 for AMT at the time of writing.
<h3>American Tower's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738711035_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$1000 Invested In This Stock 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Barclays analyst Tim Long maintains American Tower (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMT#NYSE">AMT</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $215 to $214.

Barclays Maintains Overweight on American Tower, Lowers Price Target to $214

Shares of housing stocks including NVR Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVR#NYSE">NVR</a>) and D.R. Horton Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DHI#NYSE">DHI</a>) traded higher on Monday, likely driven by a better-than-expected report on U.S. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-real-estate-stocks-right-now">new home sales for December. </a>
What To Know: According to Reuters, the U.S. Commerce Department reported new home sales increased 3.6% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 698,000 units in December, exceeding economists&#8217; expectations of 675,000 units. This marked a 6.7% year-over-year increase and contributed to a total of 683,000 new homes sold in 2024, a 2.5% gain from 2023. The median new home price rose 2.1% from the prior year to $427,000, although rising inventory appears to be tempering price growth.
This data potentially indicates sustained momentum in the housing market despite high mortgage rates, which have constrained activity overall. Builders are responding by constructing smaller, more affordable homes to attract buyers, while the inventory of new homes reached 494,000 units in December—the highest level since 2007. Notably, 118,000 homes were completed, the most since 2009.
Both companies operate as real estate investment trusts (REITs) focused on essential infrastructure, such as cell towers, which benefit indirectly from increased housing development and connectivity demands in growing residential areas. Rising demand for new housing may also spur further investments in telecommunications infrastructure, fueling optimism among investors about these stocks&#8217; long-term growth potential.
Price Action: NVR shares closed up 2.22% at $8,382.63 and D.R. Horton shares closed up 3.05% at $147.26 at the time of publication Monday, according to <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/pro/register/?utm_source=BZprocontent072924&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro.</a>
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"CORRECTION: JMP Securities analyst Patrick Walravens initiates coverage on American Tower (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMT#NYSE">AMT</a>) with a Market Outperform rating and announces Price Target of $225. &nbsp;(Rating Change from reiterates to initiates)

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"CORRECTION: JMP Securities Initiates Coverage On American Tower with Market Outperform Rating, Announces Price Target of $225 (Rating Change from reiterates to initiates)

JMP Securities analyst Patrick Walravens reiterates American Tower (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMT#NYSE">AMT</a>) with a Market Outperform and announces $225 price target.

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JMP Securities Reiterates Market Outperform on American Tower, Announces $225 Price Target

American Tower (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMT#NYSE">AMT</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 3.77% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 12.28%. Currently, American Tower has a market capitalization of $86.46 billion. 
Buying $100 In AMT: If an investor had bought $100 of AMT stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $1,021.14 today based on a price of $185.03 for AMT at the time of writing.
<h3>American Tower's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737733510_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$100 Invested In American Tower 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Scotiabank analyst Maher Yaghi maintains American Tower (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMT#NYSE">AMT</a>) with a Sector Outperform and lowers the price target from $236 to $220.

Scotiabank Maintains Sector Outperform on American Tower, Lowers Price Target to $220

Wells Fargo analyst Eric Luebchow maintains American Tower (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMT#NYSE">AMT</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $215 to $195.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on American Tower, Lowers Price Target to $195

American Tower's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMT#NYSE">AMT</a>) short percent of float has risen 10.71% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 5.02 million shares sold short, which is 1.24% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.84 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>American Tower Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737122424_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for American Tower has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing American Tower's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, American Tower's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.38%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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(AMT) - Analyzing American Tower's Short Interest

Throughout the last three months, 6 analysts have evaluated American Tower (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMT#NYSE">AMT</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated American Tower and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $230.83, accompanied by a high estimate of $251.00 and a low estimate of $204.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 7.05% lower than the prior average price target of $248.33. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736776840_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive American Tower is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Tim Long</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
<td>$251.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vikram Malhorta</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$204.00</td>
<td>$221.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Schneider</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$234.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tim Long</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$251.00</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Maher Yaghi</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$236.00</td>
<td>$248.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ari Klein</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$245.00</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to American Tower. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of American Tower compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of American Tower's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into American Tower's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AMT/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on American Tower analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind American Tower</h2>
American Tower owns and operates more than 220,000 cell towers throughout the us, Asia, Latin America, Europe, and Africa. It also owns and/or operates 28 data centers in 10 us markets after acquiring CoreSite. On its towers, the company has a very concentrated customer base, with most revenue in each market being generated by just the top few mobile carriers. The company operates more than 40,000 towers in the us, which accounted for almost half of the company's total revenue in 2023. Outside the us, American Tower operates over 75,000 towers in India, almost 50,000 towers in Latin America (dominated by Brazil), 30,000 towers in Europe, and nearly 25,000 towers in Africa. American Tower operates as a REIT.
<h3>American Tower: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, American Tower showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 0.05% as of 30 September, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Real Estate sector.
Net Margin: American Tower's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -31.41%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): American Tower's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -21.13%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): American Tower's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -1.23%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: American Tower's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 12.3. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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Breaking Down American Tower: 6 Analysts Share Their Views

Barclays analyst Tim Long maintains American Tower (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMT#NYSE">AMT</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $251 to $215.

Barclays Maintains Overweight on American Tower, Lowers Price Target to $215

Mizuho analyst Vikram Malhorta maintains American Tower (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMT#NYSE">AMT</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $221 to $204.

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