AGNC Investment Corp (AGNC)vsARMOUR Residential REIT Inc (ARR)
AGNC
AGNC Investment Corp
$10.14
+2.01%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $11.39B
ARR
ARMOUR Residential REIT Inc
$16.39
+2.50%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AGNC Investment Corp generates 376% more annual revenue ($1.80B vs $377.44M). AGNC leads profitability with a 92.9% profit margin vs 85.5%. ARR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.97. ARR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
AGNC
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
ARR
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
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
+87.8%
Fair Value
$144.41
Current Price
$16.39
$128.02 discount
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%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 86 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 93.8%
Revenue surging 126.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 23.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : ARR
The strongest argument for ARR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 85.5% and operating margin at 93.8%. Revenue growth of 126.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AGNC
The primary concerns for AGNC are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : ARR
The primary concerns for ARR are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AGNC profiles as a mature stock while ARR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ARR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
ARR is growing revenue faster at 126.1% — sustainability is the question.
AGNC generates stronger free cash flow (128M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ARR scores higher overall (78/100 vs 75/100), backed by strong 85.5% margins and 126.1% revenue growth. AGNC offers better value entry with a 83.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Visit Website →ARMOUR Residential REIT Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
ARMOR Residential REIT, Inc. invests in residential mortgage-backed securities (MBS) in the United States. The company is headquartered in Vero Beach, Florida.
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