Invitation Homes Inc (INVH)vsMid-America Apartment Communities Inc (MAA)
INVH
Invitation Homes Inc
$24.39
-2.44%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $14.95B
MAA
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
$122.38
+0.48%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $14.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Invitation Homes Inc generates 23% more annual revenue ($2.72B vs $2.21B). INVH leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs 20.2%. MAA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 7.03. INVH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
INVH
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
MAA
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-166.4%
Fair Value
$10.21
Current Price
$24.39
$14.18 premium
Margin of Safety
-429.3%
Fair Value
$25.70
Current Price
$122.38
$96.68 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.0%
Revenue surging 100.0% year-over-year
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.4%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
4.3% revenue growth
2.4% earnings growth
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INVH
The strongest argument for INVH centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 27.0%.
Bull Case : MAA
The strongest argument for MAA centers on Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.2% and operating margin at 28.4%. Revenue growth of 100.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : INVH
The primary concerns for INVH are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : MAA
The primary concerns for MAA are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INVH profiles as a value stock while MAA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
INVH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.81 — expect wider price swings.
MAA is growing revenue faster at 100.0% — sustainability is the question.
MAA generates stronger free cash flow (159M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
INVH scores higher overall (56/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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.
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Mid-America Apartment Communities (MAA) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust based in Memphis, Tennessee that invests in apartments in the Southeastern United States and the Southwestern United States.
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