The Southern Company JR 2017B NT 77 (SOJC)vsTPG RE Finance Trust Inc (TRTX)
SOJC
The Southern Company JR 2017B NT 77
$19.10
+0.47%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $21.79B
TRTX
TPG RE Finance Trust Inc
$7.42
-0.80%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $603.02M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TRTX leads profitability with a 43.9% profit margin vs 0.0%. TRTX trades at a lower P/E of 14.3x. TRTX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
SOJC
Avoid21
out of 100
Grade: F
TRTX
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 44 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.5%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.6% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SOJC
SOJC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : TRTX
The strongest argument for TRTX centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.9% and operating margin at 43.5%.
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.
Bear Case : TRTX
The primary concerns for TRTX are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.36 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SOJC profiles as a value stock while TRTX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
SOJC is growing revenue faster at 0.0% — sustainability is the question.
TRTX generates stronger free cash flow (19M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TRTX scores higher overall (52/100 vs 21/100), backed by strong 43.9% 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.
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.
Visit Website →TPG RE Finance Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
TPG RE Finance Trust, Inc., a commercial real estate finance company, originates, acquires and manages commercial mortgage loans and other commercial real estate-related debt instruments in North America. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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