Nexpoint Real Estate Finance Inc (NREF)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
NREF
Nexpoint Real Estate Finance Inc
$16.27
-1.39%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $368.32M
WELL
Welltower Inc
$228.87
-1.46%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $169.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 8336% more annual revenue ($12.76B vs $151.29M). NREF leads profitability with a 66.6% profit margin vs 12.1%. NREF trades at a lower P/E of 6.8x. WELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
NREF
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
WELL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.2%
Fair Value
$37.46
Current Price
$16.27
$21.19 discount
Margin of Safety
-83.9%
Fair Value
$126.32
Current Price
$228.87
$102.55 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 67 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 63.3%
Every $100 of equity generates 27 in profit
Revenue surging 39.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 35.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 13.7%
Earnings declined 46.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NREF
The strongest argument for NREF centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 66.6% and operating margin at 63.3%.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 39.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NREF
The primary concerns for NREF are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 11.79 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 105.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NREF profiles as a declining stock while WELL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NREF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 39.1% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WELL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 56/100) and 39.1% revenue growth. NREF offers better value entry with a 60.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Nexpoint Real Estate Finance Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
NexPoint Real Estate Finance, Inc. is a real estate finance company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Welltower Inc. is a real estate investment trust that invests in healthcare infrastructure.
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