Apple Hospitality REIT Inc (APLE)vsSotherly Hotels Inc (SOHO)
APLE
Apple Hospitality REIT Inc
$11.97
+1.79%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.78B
SOHO
Sotherly Hotels Inc
$2.25
0.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $91.58M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Hospitality REIT Inc generates 695% more annual revenue ($1.41B vs $177.57M). APLE leads profitability with a 12.4% profit margin vs -0.1%. APLE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
APLE
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
SOHO
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-106.5%
Fair Value
$5.98
Current Price
$11.97
$5.99 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SOHO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
0.8% earnings growth
ROE of 5.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 2.0%
2.4% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 1.4%
ROE of -0.9% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APLE
The strongest argument for APLE centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : SOHO
SOHO has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : APLE
The primary concerns for APLE are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SOHO
The primary concerns for SOHO are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APLE profiles as a declining stock while SOHO is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
APLE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
APLE is growing revenue faster at -2.0% — sustainability is the question.
APLE generates stronger free cash flow (44M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APLE scores higher overall (50/100 vs 40/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Apple Hospitality REIT Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust (?
Sotherly Hotels Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
Sotherly Hotels Inc. is a self-managed, self-managed lodging REIT that focuses on acquiring, renovating, upgrading, and repositioning luxury full-service hotels to upscale hotels in the southern United States. The company is headquartered in Williamsburg, Virginia.
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