AGNC Investment Corp. (AGNC)vsLadder Capital Corp Class A (LADR)
AGNC
AGNC Investment Corp.
$10.84
+2.17%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $12.41B
LADR
Ladder Capital Corp Class A
$9.76
+2.31%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AGNC Investment Corp. generates 1004% more annual revenue ($2.40B vs $217.52M). AGNC leads profitability with a 94.4% profit margin vs 24.0%. LADR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.89. AGNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
AGNC
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
LADR
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-42.7%
Fair Value
$8.01
Current Price
$10.84
$2.83 premium
Margin of Safety
-22.4%
Fair Value
$8.62
Current Price
$9.76
$1.14 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 94 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 95.6%
Revenue surging 546.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 772.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 28.2%
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.2% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
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 94.4% and operating margin at 95.6%. Revenue growth of 546.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LADR
The strongest argument for LADR centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.0% and operating margin at 28.2%.
Bear Case : AGNC
The primary concerns for AGNC are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 7.16 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : LADR
The primary concerns for LADR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 2.80 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AGNC profiles as a growth stock while LADR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AGNC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
AGNC is growing revenue faster at 546.0% — sustainability is the question.
AGNC generates stronger free cash flow (387M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AGNC scores higher overall (75/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 94.4% margins and 546.0% 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.
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
Ladder Capital Corp is a real estate investment trust in the United States. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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