AGNC Investment Corp (AGNC)vsApollo Commercial Real Estate Finance Inc (ARI)
AGNC
AGNC Investment Corp
$10.14
+2.01%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $11.39B
ARI
Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance Inc
$10.63
+1.53%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AGNC Investment Corp generates 570% more annual revenue ($1.80B vs $268.36M). AGNC leads profitability with a 92.9% profit margin vs 47.2%. AGNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 17.55. AGNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
AGNC
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
ARI
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+83.7%
Fair Value
$70.20
Current Price
$10.14
$60.06 discount
Margin of Safety
-93.8%
Fair Value
$5.51
Current Price
$10.63
$5.12 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 93 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 95.9%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 47 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.6%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 130.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AGNC
The strongest argument for AGNC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 92.9% and operating margin at 95.9%.
Bull Case : ARI
The strongest argument for ARI centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 47.2% and operating margin at 38.6%.
Bear Case : AGNC
The primary concerns for AGNC are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : ARI
The primary concerns for ARI are Market Cap, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AGNC profiles as a mature stock while ARI is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
ARI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — expect wider price swings.
AGNC is growing revenue faster at 5.5% — sustainability is the question.
AGNC generates stronger free cash flow (128M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AGNC scores higher overall (75/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 92.9% margins. 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.
AGNC Investment Corp
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
AGNC Investment Corp. The company is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance, Inc. is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that originates, acquires, invests, and manages commercial first mortgage loans, subordinated financings, and other real estate-related commercial debt investments in the United States. . The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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