AGNC Investment Corp. (AGNC)vsNexpoint Real Estate Finance Inc (NREF)
AGNC
AGNC Investment Corp.
$8.69
+0.46%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.61B
NREF
Nexpoint Real Estate Finance Inc
$14.97
-0.93%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $359.56M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AGNC Investment Corp. generates 56% more annual revenue ($236.00M vs $151.29M). NREF leads profitability with a 66.6% profit margin vs 43.6%. NREF trades at a lower P/E of 6.8x. AGNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AGNC
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
NREF
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AGNC.
Margin of Safety
+59.6%
Fair Value
$36.87
Current Price
$14.97
$21.90 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 44 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 102.1%
Revenue surging 546.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 772.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 67 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 63.3%
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 13.7%
Earnings declined 46.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AGNC
The strongest argument for AGNC centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.6% and operating margin at 102.1%. Revenue growth of 546.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NREF
The strongest argument for NREF centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 66.6% and operating margin at 63.3%.
Bear Case : AGNC
The primary concerns for AGNC are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 179.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 8.37 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NREF
The primary concerns for NREF are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 11.79 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AGNC profiles as a growth stock while NREF is a declining 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 (67/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 43.6% margins and 546.0% revenue growth. NREF offers better value entry with a 59.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" 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
NexPoint Real Estate Finance, Inc. is a real estate finance company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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