The Southern Company JR 2017B NT 77 (SOJC)vsUMH Properties Inc (UMH)
SOJC
The Southern Company JR 2017B NT 77
$19.10
+0.47%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $21.79B
UMH
UMH Properties Inc
$15.51
-0.19%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UMH leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs 0.0%. SOJC trades at a lower P/E of 23.2x. UMH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
SOJC
Avoid21
out of 100
Grade: F
UMH
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SOJC.
Margin of Safety
+62.6%
Fair Value
$43.18
Current Price
$15.51
$27.67 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Earnings expanding 66.7% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
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 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SOJC
SOJC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : UMH
The strongest argument for UMH centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.72 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : UMH
The primary concerns for UMH are Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 130.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UMH is growing revenue faster at 7.7% — sustainability is the question.
UMH generates stronger free cash flow (-30M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
UMH scores higher overall (61/100 vs 21/100). 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 →UMH Properties Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
UMH Properties, Inc., which was organized in 1968, is a publicly owned REIT that owns and operates 124 manufactured home communities containing approximately 23,400 developed lots.
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