Elme Communities (ELME)vsInvitation Homes Inc (INVH)
ELME
Elme Communities
$1.37
-0.98%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $131.51M
INVH
Invitation Homes Inc
$29.91
+1.90%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $17.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Invitation Homes Inc generates 1022% more annual revenue ($2.78B vs $247.63M). INVH leads profitability with a 21.0% profit margin vs -74.7%. INVH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 16.69. INVH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ELME
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
INVH
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+89.0%
Fair Value
$20.31
Current Price
$1.36
$18.95 discount
Margin of Safety
+0.6%
Fair Value
$27.35
Current Price
$29.91
$2.56 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
Areas to Watch
1.7% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.4% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 3.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ELME
The strongest argument for ELME centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : INVH
The strongest argument for INVH centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.0% and operating margin at 24.3%.
Bear Case : ELME
The primary concerns for ELME are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : INVH
The primary concerns for INVH are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ELME profiles as a turnaround stock while INVH is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
INVH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.85 — expect wider price swings.
INVH is growing revenue faster at 9.2% — sustainability is the question.
INVH generates stronger free cash flow (236M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
INVH scores higher overall (56/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 21.0% margins. ELME offers better value entry with a 89.0% margin of safety. 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.
Elme Communities
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Elme Communities owns and operates real estate assets in a unique position in the Washington metropolitan area.
Invitation Homes Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Invitation Homes is the nation's leading single-family home leasing company, meeting changing lifestyle demands by providing access to high-quality, renovated homes with valuable features like proximity to jobs and access to good schools.
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