AGNC Investment Corp. (AGNCN)vsApollo Commercial Real Estate Finance Inc (ARI)
AGNCN
AGNC Investment Corp.
$25.80
+0.06%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $8.85B
ARI
Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance Inc
$6.50
-0.15%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $868.96M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AGNC Investment Corp. generates 285% more annual revenue ($2.40B vs $624.29M). AGNCN leads profitability with a 94.4% profit margin vs 21.1%. ARI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
AGNCN
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
ARI
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+29.8%
Fair Value
$36.67
Current Price
$25.80
$10.88 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
Strong operational efficiency at 91.2%
Revenue surging 525.0% year-over-year
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Earnings declined 10.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AGNCN
The strongest argument for AGNCN 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, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.1% and operating margin at 91.2%. Revenue growth of 525.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AGNCN
The primary concerns for AGNCN 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 Market Cap, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
AGNCN is growing revenue faster at 546.0% — sustainability is the question.
AGNCN generates stronger free cash flow (218M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ARI scores higher overall (75/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 21.1% margins and 525.0% revenue growth. AGNCN offers better value entry with a 29.8% 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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