Independence Realty Trust Inc (IRT)vsThe Southern Company JR 2017B NT 77 (SOJC)
IRT
Independence Realty Trust Inc
$14.51
+0.07%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.54B
SOJC
The Southern Company JR 2017B NT 77
$18.80
+3.01%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $21.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
IRT leads profitability with a 6.4% profit margin vs 0.0%. SOJC trades at a lower P/E of 22.8x. IRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 41/100 (D).
IRT
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
SOJC
Avoid21
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
3.0% revenue growth
ROE of 1.4% — below average capital efficiency
6.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IRT
The strongest argument for IRT centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : SOJC
SOJC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : IRT
The primary concerns for IRT are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 81.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
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
IRT is growing revenue faster at 3.0% — sustainability is the question.
IRT generates stronger free cash flow (41M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
IRT scores higher overall (41/100 vs 21/100). 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.
Independence Realty Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Independence Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: IRT) is a real estate investment trust that owns and operates multi-family apartment properties in non-entry US markets, including Atlanta, Louisville, Memphis and Raleigh.
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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