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Claros Mortgage Trust Inc (CMTG)

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$2.85
Last Close (24-hour delay)
Profit since last BUY-4.68%
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Upturn Advisory Summary

06/30/2025: CMTG (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Not Recommended Performance

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Number of Analysts

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6 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $3.08

1 Year Target Price $3.08

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$3.08Target price
Low$2.13
Current$2.85
high$9.81

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -45.73%
Avg. Invested days 19
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 404.00M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 3.08
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 3.08
Volume (30-day avg) 6
Beta 1.18
52 Weeks Range 2.13 - 9.81
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 2.13 - 9.81
Updated Date 06/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 11.70%
Basic EPS (TTM) -1.77

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-06-04
When After Market
Estimate -0.2061
Actual -0.25

Profitability

Profit Margin -
Operating Margin (TTM) 816.62%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -3.43%
Return on Equity (TTM) -11.91%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 18.59
Enterprise Value 4950785024
Price to Sales(TTM) 18.21
Enterprise Value 4950785024
Price to Sales(TTM) 18.21
Enterprise Value to Revenue 50.51
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 139792000
Shares Floating 127727269
Shares Outstanding 139792000
Shares Floating 127727269
Percent Insiders 18.44
Percent Institutions 62.72

Analyst Ratings

Rating 3
Target Price 3.08
Buy -
Strong Buy 1
Buy -
Strong Buy 1
Hold 3
Sell 1
Strong Sell 1
Strong Sell 1

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Claros Mortgage Trust Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Claros Mortgage Trust, Inc. (CMTG) was formed in 2015. It is a commercial real estate (CRE) focused mortgage REIT managed by an affiliate of private equity firm, The Blackstone Group.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Commercial Real Estate Lending: Primarily originates senior and subordinate loans on transitional commercial real estate assets.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

CMTG is led by its CEO, Michael J. Farrell. The company is structured as a real estate investment trust (REIT) and operates under the direction of its board of directors.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Senior Mortgage Loans: CMTG primarily originates and invests in senior mortgage loans secured by commercial real estate. Market share data is not readily available, but CMTG is a significant player in the CRE lending market. Competitors include Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance (ARI), Starwood Property Trust (STWD), and Blackstone Mortgage Trust (BXMT).
  • Subordinate Mortgage Loans: CMTG also invest in subordinate mortgage loans. Market share data is not readily available, but CMTG is a significant player in the CRE lending market. Competitors include Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance (ARI), Starwood Property Trust (STWD), and Blackstone Mortgage Trust (BXMT).

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The CRE lending market is influenced by interest rates, economic growth, and property valuations. Increased regulatory scrutiny, particularly in the banking sector, can impact lending activity. Demand is influenced by new construction, property acquisitions, and refinancing activities.

Positioning

CMTG focuses on the higher end of CRE market and properties considered high quality. This helps the company to lower risk, maintain a strong portfolio, and achieve competitive rates compared to other lending markets.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total addressable market for commercial real estate lending is estimated to be in the trillions of dollars. CMTG is a medium-sized player in this market, positioning itself to capture a portion of the market by focusing on well-capitalized sponsorship in major US markets.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong management team
  • Focus on high-quality CRE assets
  • Relationship with Blackstone
  • Diversified loan portfolio

Weaknesses

  • Sensitivity to interest rate changes
  • Reliance on external capital
  • Concentration in certain property types
  • Exposure to economic downturns

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new CRE markets
  • Increased demand for CRE financing
  • Potential for strategic acquisitions
  • Growth in alternative lending

Threats

  • Rising interest rates
  • Economic recession
  • Increased competition
  • Regulatory changes

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • ARI
  • STWD
  • BXMT

Competitive Landscape

CMTG competes with other mortgage REITs, banks, and private lenders for CRE lending opportunities. Its strengths include its relationship with Blackstone and its focus on high-quality assets. Weaknesses include its sensitivity to interest rate changes.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: CMTG's growth has been driven by increased loan originations and portfolio expansion, with periods of slower growth correlating to changes in interest rates and economic conditions. No specific numbers.

Future Projections: Analyst estimates vary, but generally project moderate growth in the coming years, dependent on interest rate stability and continued demand for CRE financing. No specific numbers.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives may include focusing on specific property types, expanding geographically, and exploring alternative financing options, but this information is not available in detail.

Summary

Claros Mortgage Trust is a commercial real estate-focused mortgage REIT that benefits from its association with Blackstone, allowing it to target high-quality assets and establish a diversified loan portfolio. However, the company is vulnerable to interest rate fluctuations and overall economic downturns. The company's success hinges on its ability to maintain a stable financial footing in an environment of rising interest rates. Overall the market for the company is healthy with solid market share and the need for capital that comes with the properties that they handle. In particular the office properties are facing head winds as of late 2024.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company Filings (SEC)
  • MarketWatch
  • Yahoo Finance
  • Company Website

Disclaimers:

The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly. Market share percentages are estimates and may not reflect precise figures.

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About Claros Mortgage Trust Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters New York, NY, United States
IPO Launch date 2021-11-03
Chairman & CEO Mr. Richard Jay Mack J.D.
Sector Real Estate
Industry REIT - Mortgage
Full time employees -
Full time employees -

Claros Mortgage Trust, Inc. operates as a real estate investment trust. It focuses on originating senior and subordinate loans on transitional commercial real estate assets in the United States. The company has elected to be taxed as a real estate investment trust. As a result, it would not be subject to federal and state income tax on that portion of its income that is distributed to shareholders if it distributes at least 90% of its taxable income and complies with certain other requirements to quality as a REIT. Claros Mortgage Trust, Inc. was incorporated in 2015 and is headquartered in New York, New York.