Invitation Homes Inc (INVH)vsMid-America Apartment Communities Inc (MAA)
INVH
Invitation Homes Inc
$27.93
-1.93%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $17.18B
MAA
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
$125.71
-1.19%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $15.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Invitation Homes Inc generates 26% more annual revenue ($2.78B vs $2.21B). INVH leads profitability with a 21.0% profit margin vs 17.6%. MAA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 7.03. INVH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
INVH
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
MAA
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+26.6%
Fair Value
$37.06
Current Price
$27.93
$9.13 discount
Margin of Safety
-4.4%
Fair Value
$130.28
Current Price
$125.71
$4.57 premium
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
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.6%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 3.7%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.8% revenue growth
ROE of 6.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INVH
The strongest argument for INVH centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.0% and operating margin at 24.3%.
Bull Case : MAA
The strongest argument for MAA centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.6% and operating margin at 26.6%.
Bear Case : INVH
The primary concerns for INVH are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MAA
The primary concerns for MAA are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INVH profiles as a mature stock while MAA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
INVH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.86 — expect wider price swings.
INVH is growing revenue faster at 9.2% — sustainability is the question.
INVH generates stronger free cash flow (236M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
INVH scores higher overall (56/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 21.0% margins. 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.
Invitation Homes Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Invitation Homes is the nation's leading single-family home leasing company, meeting changing lifestyle demands by providing access to high-quality, renovated homes with valuable features like proximity to jobs and access to good schools.
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Mid-America Apartment Communities (MAA) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust based in Memphis, Tennessee that invests in apartments in the Southeastern United States and the Southwestern United States.
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