Apple Hospitality REIT Inc (APLE)vsSotherly Hotels Inc Pref (SOHOO)
APLE
Apple Hospitality REIT Inc
$15.64
-0.19%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.83B
SOHOO
Sotherly Hotels Inc Pref
$9.75
0.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $78.75M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Hospitality REIT Inc generates 706% more annual revenue ($1.42B vs $176.39M). APLE leads profitability with a 12.1% profit margin vs -4.4%. APLE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D+).
APLE
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
SOHOO
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+13.9%
Fair Value
$14.35
Current Price
$15.64
$1.29 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SOHOO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 243.0% YoY
Generating 9.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
3.1% revenue growth
ROE of 5.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 9.8%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 1.9%
ROE of -22.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 6.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APLE
The strongest argument for APLE centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : SOHOO
The strongest argument for SOHOO centers on EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : APLE
The primary concerns for APLE are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SOHOO
The primary concerns for SOHOO are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APLE profiles as a value stock while SOHOO is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
APLE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
APLE is growing revenue faster at 3.1% — sustainability is the question.
SOHOO generates stronger free cash flow (9.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APLE scores higher overall (45/100 vs 30/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Apple Hospitality REIT Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust (?
Sotherly Hotels Inc Pref
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
Sotherly Hotels Inc. is a self-managed, self-managed lodging REIT focused on acquiring, renovating, upgrading, and repositioning luxury full-service hotels to upscale hotels in the southern United States. The company is headquartered in Williamsburg, Virginia.
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