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Brightspire Capital Inc (BRSP)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/08/2025: BRSP (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
7 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $6.67
1 Year Target Price $6.67
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 2 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -17.02% | Avg. Invested days 28 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/08/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 667.97M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 6.67 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 6.67 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 7 | Beta 1.56 | 52 Weeks Range 4.03 - 5.98 | Updated Date 07/8/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 4.03 - 5.98 | Updated Date 07/8/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 12.67% | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.56 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -20.42% | Operating Margin (TTM) 57.13% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.59% | Return on Equity (TTM) -6.73% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 7.76 | Enterprise Value 2835176414 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.96 |
Enterprise Value 2835176414 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.96 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 8.6 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 93.01 | Shares Outstanding 130462000 | Shares Floating 116295127 |
Shares Outstanding 130462000 | Shares Floating 116295127 | ||
Percent Insiders 2.4 | Percent Institutions 65.92 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Brightspire Capital Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Brightspire Capital, Inc. (BRSP), formerly Colony Credit Real Estate, Inc., was formed in 2017 from the merger of several Colony NorthStar investment vehicles. It is focused on originating, acquiring, financing, and managing a diversified portfolio of commercial real estate debt and net leased properties.
Core Business Areas
- Commercial Real Estate (CRE) Debt: Originating, acquiring, and managing a diversified portfolio of CRE debt investments, including first mortgage loans, mezzanine loans, and preferred equity.
- Net Leased Properties: Investing in single-tenant net leased properties leased to creditworthy tenants under long-term leases.
Leadership and Structure
Michael J. Mazzei is the Chief Executive Officer. The company operates as a real estate investment trust (REIT).
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- First Mortgage Loans: Providing senior secured financing to borrowers for stabilized commercial real estate properties. Market share data is difficult to pinpoint, as it varies greatly by region and property type. Competitors include Blackstone Mortgage Trust (BXMT), Starwood Property Trust (STWD).
- Mezzanine Loans: Offering subordinate debt financing, typically with higher yields than first mortgage loans. Market share data unavailable due to market fragmentation. Competitors include Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance (ARI), Ladder Capital (LADR).
- Net Leased Properties: Investing in properties leased to single tenants, providing stable, long-term income. Market share data unavailable due to broad market. Competitors include Realty Income (O), National Retail Properties (NNN).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The commercial real estate finance industry is influenced by interest rates, economic growth, and property values. REITs compete with banks, insurance companies, and private equity funds for investment opportunities.
Positioning
Brightspire Capital aims to provide attractive risk-adjusted returns through a combination of CRE debt and net leased properties. Their competitive advantage comes from management expertise and strong industry relationships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for commercial real estate debt is estimated to be in the trillions of dollars. Brightspire Capital's position within this TAM is moderate, with room for growth through strategic acquisitions and organic origination.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Experienced management team
- Diversified investment portfolio
- Access to capital markets
- Strong relationships with borrowers and tenants
Weaknesses
- Sensitivity to interest rate fluctuations
- Reliance on external financing
- Credit risk associated with borrowers
- Smaller market capitalization compared to peers
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Increased investment in high-growth property sectors
- Strategic acquisitions of complementary businesses
- Capitalize on market dislocations
Threats
- Economic downturn impacting property values
- Rising interest rates increasing borrowing costs
- Increased competition from other lenders
- Regulatory changes affecting REITs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- BXMT
- STWD
- ARI
- LADR
- O
- NNN
Competitive Landscape
Brightspire Capital competes with larger, more established REITs and faces pressure to maintain attractive yields while managing risk. Its smaller size can be a disadvantage in bidding for larger deals.
Major Acquisitions
No recent substantial acquisitions to report.
- Year: 2024
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 0
- Strategic Rationale: N/A
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been impacted by market conditions and strategic decisions. Review past annual reports for data.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are based on analyst estimates, which can vary. Please use reputable financial websites.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include strategic portfolio management and focusing on core CRE debt and net lease strategies.
Summary
Brightspire Capital operates in a competitive commercial real estate finance market. While they have an experienced management team and diversified portfolio, they are sensitive to interest rate changes. Growth opportunities exist through market expansion and strategic acquisitions, but economic downturns and increased competition are threats. Overall, the company needs to manage risk while growing its portfolio.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Company Investor Relations Website
- Yahoo Finance
- Google Finance
- Analyst Reports (FactSet, Bloomberg)
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market share data is approximate. Financial data should be verified through official SEC filings. AI-Based ratings and summaries are for illustrative purposes only.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Brightspire Capital Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters New York, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2018-02-01 | CEO & Director Mr. Michael Joseph Mazzei J.D. | ||
Sector Real Estate | Industry REIT - Mortgage | Full time employees 48 | Website https://www.brightspire.com |
Full time employees 48 | Website https://www.brightspire.com | ||
BrightSpire Capital, Inc. operates as a commercial real estate (CRE) credit real estate investment trust in the United States and Norway. The company operates through Senior and Mezzanine Loans and Preferred Equity; Net Leased and Other Real Estate; and Corporate and Other segments. It focuses on originating, acquiring, financing, and managing a diversified portfolio of CRE debt investments consisting of first mortgage loans, senior loans, debt securities, mezzanine loans, and preferred equity investments, as well as net leased properties. The company qualifies as a real estate investment trust for federal income tax purposes. It generally would not be subject to federal corporate income taxes if it distributes at least 90% of its taxable income to its stockholders. The company was formerly known as Colony Credit Real Estate, Inc. and changed its name to BrightSpire Capital, Inc. in June 2021. BrightSpire Capital, Inc. was incorporated in 2017 and is based in New York, New York.
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