AGNC Investment Corp. (AGNCN)vsARMOUR Residential REIT Inc (ARR)
AGNCN
AGNC Investment Corp.
$25.93
+0.12%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $8.85B
ARR
ARMOUR Residential REIT Inc
$16.32
-0.55%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AGNC Investment Corp. generates 389% more annual revenue ($2.40B vs $490.69M). AGNCN leads profitability with a 94.4% profit margin vs 87.8%. ARR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (B+).
AGNCN
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
ARR
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+30.0%
Fair Value
$36.81
Current Price
$25.93
$10.88 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ARR.
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 88 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 87.0%
Revenue surging 126.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 23.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 : ARR
The strongest argument for ARR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 87.8% and operating margin at 87.0%. Revenue growth of 126.1% 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 : ARR
The primary concerns for ARR are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 7.54 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — 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
ARR scores higher overall (80/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 87.8% margins and 126.1% revenue growth. AGNCN offers better value entry with a 30.0% 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.
Visit Website →ARMOUR Residential REIT Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
ARMOR Residential REIT, Inc. invests in residential mortgage-backed securities (MBS) in the United States. The company is headquartered in Vero Beach, Florida.
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