St Joe Company (JOE)vsStratus Properties Inc (STRS)
JOE
St Joe Company
$65.86
+3.07%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.64B
STRS
Stratus Properties Inc
$18.75
-0.79%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $152.39M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
St Joe Company generates 1811% more annual revenue ($547.84M vs $28.66M). STRS leads profitability with a 75.0% profit margin vs 22.5%. STRS trades at a lower P/E of 7.1x. JOE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
JOE
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
STRS
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-9.8%
Fair Value
$62.40
Current Price
$65.86
$3.46 premium
Margin of Safety
-67.0%
Fair Value
$17.96
Current Price
$18.75
$0.79 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 34.5%
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 23.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 39.2% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 75 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
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 Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.5% and operating margin at 34.5%. Revenue growth of 23.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : STRS
The primary concerns for STRS are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JOE profiles as a growth 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 23.0% — sustainability is the question.
JOE generates stronger free cash flow (36M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JOE scores higher overall (68/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 22.5% margins and 23.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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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