Arbor Realty Trust (ABR)vsAGNC Investment Corp. (AGNC)
ABR
Arbor Realty Trust
$2.95
+2.43%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $545.34M
AGNC
AGNC Investment Corp.
$8.86
-0.11%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AGNC Investment Corp. generates 382% more annual revenue ($2.40B vs $498.07M). AGNC leads profitability with a 94.4% profit margin vs 11.6%. ABR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.65. AGNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
ABR
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
AGNC
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+81.7%
Fair Value
$41.62
Current Price
$2.95
$38.67 discount
Margin of Safety
-45.0%
Fair Value
$7.88
Current Price
$8.86
$0.98 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 94 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 95.6%
Revenue surging 546.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 772.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.1% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABR
The strongest argument for ABR centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : AGNC
The strongest argument for AGNC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 94.4% and operating margin at 95.6%. Revenue growth of 546.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ABR
The primary concerns for ABR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 3.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : AGNC
The primary concerns for AGNC are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 8.37 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABR profiles as a declining stock while AGNC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AGNC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
AGNC is growing revenue faster at 546.0% — sustainability is the question.
AGNC generates stronger free cash flow (218M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AGNC scores higher overall (75/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 94.4% margins and 546.0% revenue growth. ABR offers better value entry with a 81.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Arbor Realty Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Arbor Realty Trust, Inc. invests in a diversified portfolio of structured financial assets in the commercial, single-family, and multi-family real estate markets in the United States. The company is headquartered in Uniondale, New York.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
AGNC Investment Corp. The company is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland.
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