Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc (MAA)vsThe Southern Company JR 2017B NT 77 (SOJC)
MAA
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
$124.79
+0.25%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $15.26B
SOJC
The Southern Company JR 2017B NT 77
$19.10
+0.47%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $21.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
MAA leads profitability with a 18.2% profit margin vs 0.0%. SOJC trades at a lower P/E of 23.2x. MAA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
MAA
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
SOJC
Avoid21
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.4%
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.0% revenue growth
ROE of 7.4% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MAA
The strongest argument for MAA centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.2% and operating margin at 25.4%.
Bull Case : SOJC
SOJC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : MAA
The primary concerns for MAA are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : SOJC
The primary concerns for SOJC are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.95 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MAA is growing revenue faster at 1.0% — sustainability is the question.
MAA generates stronger free cash flow (224M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
MAA scores higher overall (56/100 vs 21/100), backed by strong 18.2% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
The Southern Company JR 2017B NT 77
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
The Southern Company is dedicated to the generation, transmission and distribution of electric power. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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