AGNC Investment Corp. (AGNCM)vsApollo Commercial Real Estate Finance Inc (ARI)
AGNCM
AGNC Investment Corp.
$24.97
+0.28%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $8.83B
ARI
Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance Inc
$6.73
+0.60%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $900.92M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AGNC Investment Corp. generates 794% more annual revenue ($2.40B vs $268.48M). AGNCM leads profitability with a 94.4% profit margin vs 47.3%. ARI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
AGNCM
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
ARI
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+24.6%
Fair Value
$33.15
Current Price
$24.97
$8.18 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ARI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 47 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.4%
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
0.2% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AGNCM
The strongest argument for AGNCM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 94.4% and operating margin at 95.6%. Revenue growth of 546.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ARI
The strongest argument for ARI centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 47.3% and operating margin at 41.4%. PEG of 1.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AGNCM
The primary concerns for AGNCM are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 7.16 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ARI
The primary concerns for ARI are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 4.50 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AGNCM profiles as a growth stock while ARI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ARI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
AGNCM is growing revenue faster at 546.0% — sustainability is the question.
AGNCM generates stronger free cash flow (387M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ARI scores higher overall (66/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 47.3% margins. AGNCM offers better value entry with a 24.6% 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
Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance, Inc. is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that originates, acquires, invests, and manages commercial first mortgage loans, subordinated financings, and other real estate-related commercial debt investments in the United States. . The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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