Apartment Investment and Management Co (AIV)vsAvalonBay Communities Inc (AVB)
AIV
Apartment Investment and Management Co
$3.03
-0.98%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $615.70M
AVB
AvalonBay Communities Inc
$189.72
+0.28%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $26.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AvalonBay Communities Inc generates 2110% more annual revenue ($3.06B vs $138.49M). AIV leads profitability with a 400.0% profit margin vs 37.3%. AVB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 6.97. AVB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
AIV
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
AVB
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-57.2%
Fair Value
$3.76
Current Price
$3.03
$0.73 premium
Margin of Safety
+10.9%
Fair Value
$201.79
Current Price
$189.72
$12.07 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 78 in profit
Keeps 400 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.3%
Earnings expanding 40.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 3.9%
Earnings declined 63.2%
2.5% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AIV
The strongest argument for AIV centers on Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 400.0% and operating margin at -84.6%.
Bull Case : AVB
The strongest argument for AVB centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.3% and operating margin at 29.3%.
Bear Case : AIV
The primary concerns for AIV are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
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 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
AVB is growing revenue faster at 2.5% — sustainability is the question.
AVB generates stronger free cash flow (359M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AVB scores higher overall (59/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 37.3% 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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