AvalonBay Communities Inc (AVB)vsTPG RE Finance Trust Inc (TRTX)
AVB
AvalonBay Communities Inc
$184.06
0.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $26.28B
TRTX
TPG RE Finance Trust Inc
$7.42
-0.80%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $603.02M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AvalonBay Communities Inc generates 2232% more annual revenue ($3.08B vs $132.25M). TRTX leads profitability with a 43.9% profit margin vs 33.3%. TRTX trades at a lower P/E of 14.3x. TRTX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
AVB
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
TRTX
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
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 TRTX.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 44 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.5%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
2.3% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.6% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.6%
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 : TRTX
The strongest argument for TRTX centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.9% and operating margin at 43.5%.
Bear Case : AVB
The primary concerns for AVB are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TRTX
The primary concerns for TRTX are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.36 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVB profiles as a value stock while TRTX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRTX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.47 — expect wider price swings.
AVB is growing revenue faster at 2.3% — sustainability is the question.
AVB generates stronger free cash flow (304M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TRTX scores higher overall (52/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 43.9% margins. Both earn "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.
AvalonBay Communities Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
AvalonBay Communities, Inc. is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that invests in apartments.
TPG RE Finance Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
TPG RE Finance Trust, Inc., a commercial real estate finance company, originates, acquires and manages commercial mortgage loans and other commercial real estate-related debt instruments in North America. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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