AvalonBay Communities Inc (AVB)vsThe Southern Company JR 2017B NT 77 (SOJC)
AVB
AvalonBay Communities Inc
$184.06
0.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $26.28B
SOJC
The Southern Company JR 2017B NT 77
$19.10
+0.47%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $21.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AVB leads profitability with a 33.3% profit margin vs 0.0%. SOJC trades at a lower P/E of 23.2x. AVB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
AVB
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
SOJC
Avoid21
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+10.4%
Fair Value
$200.74
Current Price
$184.06
$16.68 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SOJC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 30.6%
Reasonable price relative to book value
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
2.3% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVB
The strongest argument for AVB centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.3% and operating margin at 30.6%.
Bull Case : SOJC
SOJC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : AVB
The primary concerns for AVB are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SOJC
The primary concerns for SOJC are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.95 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVB is growing revenue faster at 2.3% — sustainability is the question.
AVB generates stronger free cash flow (304M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AVB scores higher overall (51/100 vs 21/100), backed by strong 33.3% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
AvalonBay Communities Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
AvalonBay Communities, Inc. is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that invests in apartments.
The Southern Company JR 2017B NT 77
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
The Southern Company is dedicated to the generation, transmission and distribution of electric power. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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