Essex Property Trust Inc (ESS)vsNexpoint Residential Trust Inc (NXRT)
ESS
Essex Property Trust Inc
$242.14
-0.56%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $16.84B
NXRT
Nexpoint Residential Trust Inc
$25.14
+0.20%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Essex Property Trust Inc generates 669% more annual revenue ($1.94B vs $251.54M). ESS leads profitability with a 34.6% profit margin vs -12.7%. ESS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 7.39. ESS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
ESS
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
NXRT
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-269.3%
Fair Value
$70.79
Current Price
$242.14
$171.35 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NXRT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.9%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
3.2% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 68.7%
3.7% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -9.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ESS
The strongest argument for ESS centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.6% and operating margin at 32.9%.
Bull Case : NXRT
The strongest argument for NXRT centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : ESS
The primary concerns for ESS are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NXRT
The primary concerns for NXRT are EPS Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ESS profiles as a value stock while NXRT is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
NXRT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
ESS is growing revenue faster at 3.2% — sustainability is the question.
ESS generates stronger free cash flow (195M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ESS scores higher overall (53/100 vs 40/100), 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.
Essex Property Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Essex Property Trust is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that invests in apartments, primarily on the West Coast of the United States.
Nexpoint Residential Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
NexPoint Residential Trust is a publicly traded REIT, with its shares listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol NXRT, primarily focused on acquiring, owning and operating well-located middle-income multifamily properties with value-added potential in large cities and suburbs. Submarkets in large cities, mainly in the southeastern and southwestern United States.
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