Apartment Investment and Management Co (AIV)vsAvalonBay Communities Inc (AVB)
AIV
Apartment Investment and Management Co
$4.06
+0.74%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $816.91M
AVB
AvalonBay Communities Inc
$163.65
+0.06%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $23.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AvalonBay Communities Inc generates 1342% more annual revenue ($3.04B vs $210.89M). AIV leads profitability with a 115.5% profit margin vs 34.6%. AVB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 6.97. AVB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
AIV
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
AVB
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AIV.
Margin of Safety
-257.9%
Fair Value
$50.25
Current Price
$163.65
$113.40 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 116 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 30.6%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.2x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -30.6% — below average capital efficiency
3.7% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 40.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AIV
The strongest argument for AIV centers on Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 115.5% and operating margin at -15.7%.
Bull Case : AVB
The strongest argument for AVB centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.6% and operating margin at 30.6%.
Bear Case : AIV
The primary concerns for AIV are Price/Book, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : AVB
The primary concerns for AVB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AIV profiles as a declining stock while AVB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AIV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
AVB is growing revenue faster at 3.7% — sustainability is the question.
AVB generates stronger free cash flow (241M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AVB scores higher overall (56/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 34.6% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Apartment Investment and Management Co
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Aimco is a Real Estate Investment Trust focused on property development, redevelopment, and various other value-creating investment strategies targeting the US multi-family market.
AvalonBay Communities Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
AvalonBay Communities, Inc. is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that invests in apartments.
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