T vs. INGR

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

T (AT&T Inc.) and INGR (Ingredion Incorporated) are both stocks. T operates in Telecom Services (Communication Services), while INGR operates in Packaged Foods (Consumer Defensive). Over the past 10 years, T returned 3.33%/yr vs 0.79%/yr for INGR. At a 0.29 correlation, their price movements are largely independent.

Performance

T vs. INGR - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in AT&T Inc. (T) and Ingredion Incorporated (INGR). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, T achieves a -2.96% return, which is significantly higher than INGR's -6.49% return. Over the past 10 years, T has outperformed INGR with an annualized return of 3.33%, while INGR has yielded a comparatively lower 0.79% annualized return.

T

• 1D: 2.52%
• 1M: -1.87%
• YTD: -2.96%
• 6M: -1.93%
• 1Y: -12.71%
• 3Y*: 20.58%
• 5Y*: 7.38%
• 10Y*: 3.33%

INGR

• 1D: 0.68%
• 1M: -1.00%
• YTD: -6.49%
• 6M: -8.29%
• 1Y: -24.48%
• 3Y*: 0.77%
• 5Y*: 4.31%
• 10Y*: 0.79%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

T vs. INGR - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
T AT&T Inc.	-2.96%	13.97%	44.08%	-2.74%	5.76%	-8.09%	-21.37%	45.55%	-22.25%	-4.01%
INGR Ingredion Incorporated	-6.49%	-17.86%	29.22%	14.08%	4.47%	26.35%	-12.55%	4.70%	-33.10%	13.87%

Correlation

The correlation between T and INGR is 0.20, which is low. Their price movements are largely independent, making them effective diversification partners.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.20
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.25
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.32
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.36
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Dec 11, 1997	0.29

The correlation between T and INGR shifts across timeframes, from 0.20 (1 year) to 0.36 (10 years), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

Fundamentals

EPS T : $3.04 INGR : $13.96
PE Ratio T : 7.74 INGR : 7.28
PEG Ratio T : 0.32 INGR : 0.08
PS Ratio T : 1.35 INGR : 0.92
Total Revenue (TTM) T : $125.65B INGR : $5.41B
Gross Profit (TTM) T : $105.41B INGR : $1.36B
EBITDA (TTM) T : $54.70B INGR : $902.00M

Return for Risk

T vs. INGR — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

T

T Risk / Return Rank: 18
T Sharpe Ratio Rank: 17
T Sortino Ratio Rank: 17
T Omega Ratio Rank: 18
T Calmar Ratio Rank: 21
T Martin Ratio Rank: 15

INGR

INGR Risk / Return Rank: 3
INGR Sharpe Ratio Rank: 0
INGR Sortino Ratio Rank: 2
INGR Omega Ratio Rank: 3
INGR Calmar Ratio Rank: 4
INGR Martin Ratio Rank: 5

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

T vs. INGR - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for AT&T Inc. (T) and Ingredion Incorporated (INGR). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.

	T	INGR	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	-0.59	-1.52	+0.93
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	-0.72	-2.07	+1.34
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	0.92	0.75	+0.16
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	-0.59	-0.95	+0.35
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	-1.22	-1.58	+0.36

T vs. INGR - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current T Sharpe Ratio is -0.59, which is higher than the INGR Sharpe Ratio of -1.52. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of T and INGR, calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months. A higher Sharpe Ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance relative to the risk-free rate.

Drawdowns

T vs. INGR - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum T drawdown since its inception was -64.15%, roughly equal to the maximum INGR drawdown of -64.20%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for T and INGR.

Drawdown Indicators

	T	INGR	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-64.15%	-64.20%	+0.05%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-21.87%	-26.58%	+4.71%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-21.87%	-33.21%	+11.34%
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	-32.01%	-33.21%	+1.20%
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	-42.35%	-56.14%	+13.79%
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-18.12%	-31.78%	+13.66%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-15.72%	-18.32%	+2.60%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	10.64%	16.03%	-5.39%

Volatility

T vs. INGR - Volatility Comparison

AT&T Inc. (T) has a higher volatility of 8.21% compared to Ingredion Incorporated (INGR) at 5.82%. This indicates that T's price experiences larger fluctuations and is considered to be riskier than INGR based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	T	INGR	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	8.21%	5.82%	+2.39%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	17.80%	11.73%	+6.07%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	22.13%	16.64%	+5.49%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	24.01%	21.32%	+2.69%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	23.73%	24.87%	-1.14%

Dividends

T vs. INGR - Dividend Comparison

T's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 4.71%, more than INGR's 3.21% yield.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
INGR Ingredion Incorporated	3.21%	2.92%	1.72%	2.75%	2.78%	2.67%	3.23%	2.70%	2.68%	1.57%	1.52%	1.82%
T AT&T Inc.	4.71%	4.47%	4.87%	6.62%	6.66%	8.46%	7.23%	5.22%	7.01%	5.04%	4.51%	5.46%

Financials

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both T and INGR in my portfolio?

T and INGR have a correlation of 0.20, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, T or INGR?

T has higher volatility (8.21%) compared to INGR (5.82%). In terms of maximum drawdown, T dropped -64.15% vs INGR's -64.20%.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

T currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (-0.59 vs -1.52), meaning it's delivered slightly more return per unit of risk over the trailing 12 months. However, this ranking shifts over time - use the Risk/Return Score above for a more comprehensive view that combines Sharpe, Sortino, and other measures used by quantitative funds.