St Joe Company (JOE)vsStratus Properties Inc (STRS)
JOE
St Joe Company
$64.87
-0.28%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.73B
STRS
Stratus Properties Inc
$27.82
-2.93%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $220.40M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
St Joe Company generates 1708% more annual revenue ($518.09M vs $28.66M). STRS leads profitability with a 75.0% profit margin vs 21.6%. STRS trades at a lower P/E of 10.3x. JOE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
JOE
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
STRS
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-16.7%
Fair Value
$58.71
Current Price
$64.87
$6.16 premium
Margin of Safety
-67.6%
Fair Value
$17.90
Current Price
$27.82
$9.92 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 75 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 19.9%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 24.8%
Earnings declined 74.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JOE
The strongest argument for JOE centers on Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 18.3%.
Bull Case : STRS
The strongest argument for STRS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 75.0% and operating margin at -197.7%. PEG of 1.19 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : JOE
The primary concerns for JOE are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : STRS
The primary concerns for STRS are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JOE profiles as a mature stock while STRS is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
JOE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
JOE is growing revenue faster at 5.1% — sustainability is the question.
JOE generates stronger free cash flow (40M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JOE scores higher overall (48/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins. Both earn "Hold" 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.
St Joe Company
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
The St. Joe Company is a real estate development, asset management and operation company in Northwest Florida, USA. The company is headquartered in Panama City Beach, Florida.
Stratus Properties Inc
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Stratus Properties Inc., a real estate company, engages in the acquisition, licensing, development, management and sale of commercial residential and multi-family and single-family real estate primarily in Texas. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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