AT&T Declines 13.9% in Six Months: How to Play the Stock?

AT&T, Inc. T has declined 13.9% in the last six months compared with the Wireless National industry's growth of 104.6%. The stock has underperformed the Zacks Computer & Technology sector and the S&P 500's growth during this period.Zacks Investment Research Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Among its peers, the company has underperformed Verizon Communications Inc. VZ but outperformed T-Mobile, US, Inc. TMUS. Verizon has declined 7.1%, while T-Mobile has lost 19%. Stiff Competition, Legacy Declines and Debt Burden Are Concerns for T The U.S. wireless market remains highly competitive, with carriers using promotions and incentives to attract and retain customers. AT&T's postpaid phone ARPU rose in the second quarter.