AGNC Investment Corp (AGNC)vsSBA Communications Corp (SBAC)
AGNC
AGNC Investment Corp
$10.97
-0.99%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $12.59B
SBAC
SBA Communications Corp
$221.20
+2.42%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $22.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SBA Communications Corp generates 75% more annual revenue ($2.82B vs $1.60B). AGNC leads profitability with a 91.7% profit margin vs 37.4%. AGNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.48. AGNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
AGNC
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
SBAC
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-70.1%
Fair Value
$6.72
Current Price
$10.97
$4.25 premium
Margin of Safety
+12.1%
Fair Value
$217.30
Current Price
$221.20
$3.90 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
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.4%
Earnings expanding 115.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
3.7% revenue growth
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : SBAC
The strongest argument for SBAC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.4% and operating margin at 52.4%.
Bear Case : AGNC
The primary concerns for AGNC are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SBAC
The primary concerns for SBAC are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AGNC profiles as a growth stock while SBAC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AGNC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
AGNC is growing revenue faster at 546.0% — sustainability is the question.
SBAC generates stronger free cash flow (241M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AGNC scores higher overall (73/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 91.7% margins and 546.0% revenue growth. 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.
Visit Website →SBA Communications Corp
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
SBA Communications Corporation is a real estate investment trust which owns and operates wireless infrastructure in the United States, Canada, Central America, South America, and South Africa.
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