Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc (FBRT)vsStarwood Property Trust Inc (STWD)
FBRT
Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc
$8.57
+0.23%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $659.57M
STWD
Starwood Property Trust Inc
$17.05
-0.23%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Starwood Property Trust Inc generates 104% more annual revenue ($580.84M vs $285.38M). STWD leads profitability with a 60.5% profit margin vs 24.6%. FBRT trades at a lower P/E of 16.8x. STWD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
FBRT
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
STWD
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-73.5%
Fair Value
$5.85
Current Price
$8.57
$2.72 premium
Margin of Safety
+84.7%
Fair Value
$118.33
Current Price
$17.05
$101.28 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 61 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 21.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 4.5%
Earnings declined 65.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 5.3% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 60.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FBRT
The strongest argument for FBRT centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.6% and operating margin at 4.5%.
Bull Case : STWD
The strongest argument for STWD centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 60.5% and operating margin at 17.4%. Revenue growth of 21.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FBRT
The primary concerns for FBRT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 3.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : STWD
The primary concerns for STWD are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.47 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FBRT profiles as a mature stock while STWD is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FBRT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
STWD is growing revenue faster at 21.8% — sustainability is the question.
FBRT generates stronger free cash flow (-54M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
STWD scores higher overall (59/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 60.5% margins and 21.8% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Franklin BSP Realty Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Franklin BSP Realty Trust, Inc. is a real estate investment trust that originates, acquires and manages a portfolio of commercial real estate debt investments secured by properties located in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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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