AGNC Investment Corp. (AGNC)vsMFA Financial Inc (MFA)
AGNC
AGNC Investment Corp.
$10.17
-1.17%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $11.84B
MFA
MFA Financial Inc
$9.15
-3.38%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $947.43M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AGNC Investment Corp. generates 457% more annual revenue ($1.60B vs $288.15M). AGNC leads profitability with a 91.7% profit margin vs 46.7%. MFA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.48. AGNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
AGNC
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
MFA
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AGNC.
Margin of Safety
+48.2%
Fair Value
$18.75
Current Price
$9.15
$9.60 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 92 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 129.8%
Revenue surging 546.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 772.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 47 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 46.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AGNC
The strongest argument for AGNC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 91.7% and operating margin at 129.8%. Revenue growth of 546.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MFA
The strongest argument for MFA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 46.7% and operating margin at -2.3%.
Bear Case : AGNC
The primary concerns for AGNC are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 8.59 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MFA
The primary concerns for MFA are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.65 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AGNC profiles as a growth stock while MFA is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
MFA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
AGNC is growing revenue faster at 546.0% — sustainability is the question.
AGNC generates stronger free cash flow (387M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AGNC scores higher overall (73/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 91.7% margins and 546.0% revenue growth. MFA offers better value entry with a 48.2% 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.
AGNC Investment Corp.
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
AGNC Investment Corp. The company is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
MFA Financial, Inc., is a real estate investment trust (REIT) in the United States. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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