Camden Property Trust (CPT)vsThe Southern Company JR 2017B NT 77 (SOJC)
CPT
Camden Property Trust
$103.01
+0.50%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $12.23B
SOJC
The Southern Company JR 2017B NT 77
$19.10
+0.47%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $21.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CPT leads profitability with a 20.6% profit margin vs 0.0%. SOJC trades at a lower P/E of 23.2x. CPT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 45/100 (D+).
CPT
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
SOJC
Avoid21
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1.7%
Fair Value
$108.94
Current Price
$103.01
$5.93 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SOJC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.8%
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CPT
The strongest argument for CPT centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.6% and operating margin at 16.1%.
Bull Case : SOJC
SOJC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : CPT
The primary concerns for CPT are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
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
CPT profiles as a declining stock while SOJC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SOJC is growing revenue faster at 0.0% — sustainability is the question.
CPT generates stronger free cash flow (162M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
CPT scores higher overall (45/100 vs 21/100), backed by strong 20.6% margins. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Camden Property Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Camden Property Trust, an S&P 400 company, is a real estate company primarily engaged in the ownership, management, development, remodeling, acquisition, and construction of multi-family apartment communities.
Visit Website →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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