Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc (MAA)vsNexpoint Residential Trust Inc (NXRT)
MAA
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
$121.64
-0.14%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $14.62B
NXRT
Nexpoint Residential Trust Inc
$25.14
+0.20%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc generates 778% more annual revenue ($2.21B vs $251.54M). MAA leads profitability with a 20.2% profit margin vs -12.7%. MAA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 7.03. MAA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
MAA
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
NXRT
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-429.3%
Fair Value
$25.70
Current Price
$121.64
$95.94 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NXRT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.4%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.0% revenue growth
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
3.7% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -9.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MAA
The strongest argument for MAA centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.2% and operating margin at 28.4%.
Bull Case : NXRT
The strongest argument for NXRT centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : MAA
The primary concerns for MAA are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : NXRT
The primary concerns for NXRT are EPS Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MAA profiles as a value stock while NXRT is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
NXRT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
MAA is growing revenue faster at 1.0% — sustainability is the question.
MAA generates stronger free cash flow (159M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MAA scores higher overall (52/100 vs 40/100), backed by strong 20.2% 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.
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.
Nexpoint Residential Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
NexPoint Residential Trust is a publicly traded REIT, with its shares listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol NXRT, primarily focused on acquiring, owning and operating well-located middle-income multifamily properties with value-added potential in large cities and suburbs. Submarkets in large cities, mainly in the southeastern and southwestern United States.
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