Annaly Capital Management, Inc. (NLY)vsSBA Communications Corp (SBAC)
NLY
Annaly Capital Management, Inc.
$22.54
-1.27%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $16.46B
SBAC
SBA Communications Corp
$221.20
+2.42%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $22.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SBA Communications Corp generates 13% more annual revenue ($2.82B vs $2.50B). NLY leads profitability with a 87.4% profit margin vs 37.4%. SBAC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.89. NLY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
NLY
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
SBAC
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-13.8%
Fair Value
$20.05
Current Price
$22.54
$2.49 premium
Margin of Safety
+12.1%
Fair Value
$217.30
Current Price
$221.20
$3.90 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 87 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 81.0%
Revenue surging 48.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 122.5% YoY
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.4%
Earnings expanding 115.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
3.7% revenue growth
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NLY
The strongest argument for NLY centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 87.4% and operating margin at 81.0%. Revenue growth of 48.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SBAC
The strongest argument for SBAC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.4% and operating margin at 52.4%.
Bear Case : NLY
The primary concerns for NLY are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 6.95 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SBAC
The primary concerns for SBAC are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NLY profiles as a growth stock while SBAC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NLY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
NLY is growing revenue faster at 48.8% — sustainability is the question.
NLY generates stronger free cash flow (472M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NLY scores higher overall (77/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 87.4% margins and 48.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Annaly Capital Management, Inc.
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Annaly Capital Management, Inc., a diversified capital manager, invests in and finances residential and commercial assets. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Visit Website →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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