Dynex Capital Inc (DX)vsStarwood Property Trust Inc (STWD)
DX
Dynex Capital Inc
$13.37
-0.30%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.88B
STWD
Starwood Property Trust Inc
$17.23
-2.93%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Starwood Property Trust Inc generates 91% more annual revenue ($580.84M vs $303.96M). DX leads profitability with a 79.5% profit margin vs 60.5%. DX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.71. DX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
DX
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
STWD
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+58.2%
Fair Value
$33.42
Current Price
$13.37
$20.05 discount
Margin of Safety
+85.1%
Fair Value
$120.85
Current Price
$17.23
$103.62 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 80 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 136.0%
Revenue surging 234.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 92.3% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 61 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 21.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 5.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 60.4%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 79.5% and operating margin at 136.0%. Revenue growth of 234.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : STWD
The strongest argument for STWD centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 60.5% and operating margin at 17.4%. Revenue growth of 21.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DX
No major red flags identified for DX, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : STWD
The primary concerns for STWD are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
STWD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.07 — expect wider price swings.
DX is growing revenue faster at 234.8% — sustainability is the question.
STWD generates stronger free cash flow (94M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - MORTGAGE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
DX scores higher overall (77/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 79.5% margins and 234.8% revenue growth. STWD offers better value entry with a 85.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
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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