Crown Castle (CCI)vsTPG RE Finance Trust Inc (TRTX)
CCI
Crown Castle
$94.49
+0.75%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $40.22B
TRTX
TPG RE Finance Trust Inc
$8.45
+0.84%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $657.12M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Crown Castle generates 2993% more annual revenue ($4.21B vs $136.23M). TRTX leads profitability with a 48.1% profit margin vs 25.1%. TRTX trades at a lower P/E of 13.3x. TRTX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
CCI
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
TRTX
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-29.8%
Fair Value
$66.29
Current Price
$94.49
$28.20 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TRTX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 47.7%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 48 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.7%
Earnings expanding 58.3% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -206.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.8%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CCI
The strongest argument for CCI centers on Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.1% and operating margin at 47.7%.
Bull Case : TRTX
The strongest argument for TRTX centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 48.1% and operating margin at 50.7%. Revenue growth of 11.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CCI
The primary concerns for CCI are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TRTX
The primary concerns for TRTX are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.17 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CCI profiles as a declining stock while TRTX is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRTX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.47 — expect wider price swings.
TRTX is growing revenue faster at 11.9% — sustainability is the question.
CCI generates stronger free cash flow (452M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TRTX scores higher overall (68/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 48.1% margins and 11.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Crown Castle
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
Crown Castle is a real estate investment trust and provider of shared communications infrastructure in the United States. Its network includes over 40,000 cell towers and nearly 80,000 route miles of fiber supporting small cells and fiber solutions. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company has 100 offices nationwide.
Visit Website →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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