Nexpoint Real Estate Finance Inc (NREF)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
NREF
Nexpoint Real Estate Finance Inc
$14.97
-0.93%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $359.56M
WELL
Welltower Inc
$241.13
+0.89%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $172.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 9017% more annual revenue ($13.79B 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
+59.6%
Fair Value
$36.87
Current Price
$14.97
$21.90 discount
Margin of Safety
-73.7%
Fair Value
$135.10
Current Price
$241.13
$106.03 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 38.4% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 30.3% 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 38.4% 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 99.4x 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 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 38.4% — 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 38.4% revenue growth. NREF offers better value entry with a 59.6% 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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