Dynex Capital Inc (DX)vsStarwood Property Trust Inc (STWD)
DX
Dynex Capital Inc
$11.33
-0.09%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.00B
STWD
Starwood Property Trust Inc
$14.32
-0.28%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $5.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Starwood Property Trust Inc generates 19% more annual revenue ($597.28M vs $502.28M). DX leads profitability with a 86.8% profit margin vs 38.2%. DX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.71. DX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
DX
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
STWD
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+68.5%
Fair Value
$44.38
Current Price
$11.33
$33.05 discount
Margin of Safety
+84.7%
Fair Value
$118.26
Current Price
$14.32
$103.94 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 87 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 91.8%
Revenue surging 234.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 92.3% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
ROE of 5.3% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DX
The strongest argument for DX centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 86.8% and operating margin at 91.8%. Revenue growth of 234.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : STWD
The strongest argument for STWD centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 38.2% and operating margin at -5.9%. Revenue growth of 13.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DX
The primary concerns for DX are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 7.13 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : STWD
The primary concerns for STWD are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.65 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DX profiles as a growth stock while STWD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
STWD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
DX is growing revenue faster at 234.8% — sustainability is the question.
DX generates stronger free cash flow (84M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DX scores higher overall (84/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 86.8% margins and 234.8% revenue growth. STWD offers better value entry with a 84.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Dynex Capital Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Dynex Capital, Inc., a mortgage real estate investment trust, invests in Mortgage-Backed Securities (MBS) on a leveraged basis in the United States. The company is headquartered in Glen Allen, Virginia.
Starwood Property Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Starwood Property Trust, Inc. is a real estate investment trust (REIT) in the United States and Europe. The company is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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