Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC)vsAT&T Inc. 5.35% GLB NTS 66 (TBB)
EFC
Ellington Financial Inc.
$11.59
-0.86%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.67B
TBB
AT&T Inc. 5.35% GLB NTS 66
$18.97
+0.21%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $132.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
EFC leads profitability with a 51.5% profit margin vs 0.0%. TBB trades at a lower P/E of 3.8x. EFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
EFC
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
TBB
Avoid25
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 52 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 55.9%
Revenue surging 33.8% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 5.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 3.3%
Elevated debt levels
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EFC
The strongest argument for EFC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 51.5% and operating margin at 55.9%. Revenue growth of 33.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TBB
The strongest argument for TBB centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : EFC
The primary concerns for EFC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 9.40 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TBB
The primary concerns for TBB are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EFC profiles as a growth stock while TBB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EFC is growing revenue faster at 33.8% — sustainability is the question.
TBB generates stronger free cash flow (5.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - MORTGAGE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
EFC scores higher overall (75/100 vs 25/100), backed by strong 51.5% margins and 33.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" 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.
Ellington Financial Inc.
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Ellington Financial Inc., through its subsidiary, Ellington Financial Operating Partnership LLC, acquires and manages mortgage-related, consumer-related, business-related and other financial assets in the United States. The company is headquartered in Old Greenwich, Connecticut.
Visit Website →AT&T Inc. 5.35% GLB NTS 66
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
AT&T Inc. provides digital entertainment communications and services. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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