AGNC Investment Corp. (AGNCM)vsLadder Capital Corp Class A (LADR)
AGNCM
AGNC Investment Corp.
$24.01
-0.21%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $8.83B
LADR
Ladder Capital Corp Class A
$8.91
-2.62%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ladder Capital Corp Class A generates 16% more annual revenue ($273.04M vs $236.00M). AGNCM leads profitability with a 43.6% profit margin vs 36.2%. LADR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
AGNCM
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
LADR
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AGNCM.
Margin of Safety
+2.8%
Fair Value
$10.85
Current Price
$8.91
$1.94 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 44 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 102.1%
Revenue surging 546.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 772.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 59.5%
Revenue surging 96.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 253.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AGNCM
The strongest argument for AGNCM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.6% and operating margin at 102.1%. Revenue growth of 546.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LADR
The strongest argument for LADR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.2% and operating margin at 59.5%. Revenue growth of 96.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AGNCM
The primary concerns for AGNCM are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 8.37 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : LADR
The primary concerns for LADR are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.97 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AGNCM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
AGNCM is growing revenue faster at 546.0% — sustainability is the question.
AGNCM generates stronger free cash flow (404M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
LADR scores higher overall (76/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 36.2% margins and 96.4% 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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