Annaly Capital Management, Inc. (NLY)vsSBA Communications Corp (SBAC)
NLY
Annaly Capital Management, Inc.
$21.22
-0.24%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $16.12B
SBAC
SBA Communications Corp
$208.02
+0.08%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $21.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SBA Communications Corp generates 14% more annual revenue ($2.85B vs $2.50B). NLY leads profitability with a 87.4% profit margin vs 35.7%. SBAC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 8.50. NLY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
NLY
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
SBAC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-37.9%
Fair Value
$16.54
Current Price
$21.22
$4.68 premium
Margin of Safety
+0.8%
Fair Value
$192.43
Current Price
$208.02
$15.59 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 87 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 81.0%
Revenue surging 48.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 122.5% YoY
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.4%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 14.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NLY
The strongest argument for NLY centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 87.4% and operating margin at 81.0%. Revenue growth of 48.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SBAC
The strongest argument for SBAC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.7% and operating margin at 52.4%.
Bear Case : NLY
The primary concerns for NLY are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 7.18 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SBAC
The primary concerns for SBAC are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NLY profiles as a growth stock while SBAC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NLY carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
NLY is growing revenue faster at 48.8% — sustainability is the question.
SBAC generates stronger free cash flow (207M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NLY scores higher overall (77/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 87.4% margins and 48.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Annaly Capital Management, Inc.
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Annaly Capital Management, Inc., a diversified capital manager, invests in and finances residential and commercial assets. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Visit Website →SBA Communications Corp
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
SBA Communications Corporation is a real estate investment trust which owns and operates wireless infrastructure in the United States, Canada, Central America, South America, and South Africa.
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