Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc (MAA)vsSBA Communications Corp (SBAC)
MAA
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
$137.54
+0.49%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $16.58B
SBAC
SBA Communications Corp
$208.02
+0.08%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $21.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SBA Communications Corp generates 29% more annual revenue ($2.85B vs $2.21B). SBAC leads profitability with a 35.7% profit margin vs 17.6%. MAA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 7.03. MAA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
MAA
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
SBAC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MAA.
Margin of Safety
+0.8%
Fair Value
$192.43
Current Price
$208.02
$15.59 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.6%
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.4%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
0.8% revenue growth
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 14.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MAA
The strongest argument for MAA centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.6% and operating margin at 26.6%.
Bull Case : SBAC
The strongest argument for SBAC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.7% and operating margin at 52.4%.
Bear Case : MAA
The primary concerns for MAA are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 42.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SBAC
The primary concerns for SBAC are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MAA profiles as a value stock while SBAC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SBAC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
SBAC is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
SBAC generates stronger free cash flow (207M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MAA scores higher overall (50/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 17.6% 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.
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.
SBA Communications Corp
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
SBA Communications Corporation is a real estate investment trust which owns and operates wireless infrastructure in the United States, Canada, Central America, South America, and South Africa.
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