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Blackstone Mortgage Trust Inc(BXMT)

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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BXMT

11/03/2026: BXMT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Blackstone Mortgage Trust is a specialized finance company that focuses on providing senior floating-rate loans for institutional commercial real estate. Its primary strength lies in its affiliation with Blackstone, providing superior market intelligence and a robust platform. The company's main investment story revolves around its role as a liquidity provider in a complex lending environment, particularly as traditional banks reduce exposure. Key risks include significant concentration in the office property sector and vulnerability to overall declines in commercial real estate valuations. It may best suit dividend-oriented investors who monitor credit performance and macro-economic trends influencing interest rates and property markets.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitThe company is a mature, income-oriented REIT focused on credit management rather than rapid asset expansion.
Momentum investorMixed fitPerformance is highly conditional on broader commercial real estate sector recovery and interest rate stability.
Value investorMixed fitWhile the stock may trade at a discount to book value, the intrinsic value is heavily dependent on the credit quality of the underlying loan portfolio.
Dividend investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe company is designed to provide recurring income, though the sustainability of the dividend is subject to credit performance.
Low-risk investorWeak fitExposure to commercial real estate volatility and leverage introduces risks that may not suit conservative capital preservation strategies.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock's value is susceptible to sudden changes in commercial real estate market sentiment and interest rate expectations.
Valuation riskMedium / highBook value can be volatile if underlying commercial property values undergo significant appraisal adjustments.
Competition risk (CRE lending)MediumIntense competition from other mREITs and private credit providers can compress lending margins.
Business qualityMediumWhile supported by the Blackstone platform, the business quality is tied to the cyclical health of the broader CRE market.
Dividend incomeMedium / highDividend reliability depends on the company's ability to maintain a healthy net interest margin and limit credit losses.
Execution riskMediumThe successful management and resolution of non-performing loans in a complex economic environment is critical.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -37.89%
Avg. Invested days 28
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
BXMT receives a 4-star rating, supported by strong unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
BXMT has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+153.7%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 18.1%) are partially offset by negative revenue growth (-14.0%), soft profitability (net margin 7.2%), modest insider ownership of 1.34%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
BXMT's financial health is supported by strong efficiency, including operating-expense and cost-of-revenue discipline (opex 5.2% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is BXMT's strongest growth driver at +153.7% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-14.0%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-24.6%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 70.9% and approximately 94.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 1.34% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 15.05%
Blackstone Inc 5.59%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 5.36%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.31%
State Street Corp 3.87%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
BXMT generates approximately $769 of gross profit, $716 of operating income, and $181 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 3.24%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
BXMT has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while soft valuation.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Small / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.88B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 16.21
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 16.21
Volume (30-day avg) 3.7M shares
Beta 0.93
52 Weeks Range 10.12 - 19.12
Updated Date 11/03/2026
52 Weeks Range 10.12 - 19.12
Updated Date 11/03/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 17.09%
Basic EPS (TTM) -2.23

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Senior LendingInterest and fees generated from floating-rate senior mortgage loans on commercial properties.The company acts as a bank for large commercial property developers, earning interest from the loans it provides.

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-29
When Before Market
Estimate 0.21
Actual 0.39

Profitability

Profit Margin -256.65%
Operating Margin (TTM) 188.5%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -2.02%
Return on Equity (TTM) -11.67%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 57.14
Enterprise Value 15.62B
Price to Sales(TTM) 12.84
Enterprise Value 15.62B
Price to Sales(TTM) 12.84
Enterprise Value to Revenue 29
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 165.99M
Shares Floating 156.41M
Shares Outstanding 165.99M
Shares Floating 156.41M
Percent Insiders 1.34
Percent Institutions 70.86

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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