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Ready Capital Corp (RC)

Ready Capital Corp (RC) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

12/05/2025: RC (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Upturn 1 star rating for performance

Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

2 star rating from financial analysts

8 Analysts rated it

Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.

1 Year Target Price $3.69

1 Year Target Price $3.69

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$3.69 Target price
52w Low $2.32
Current$2.62
52w High $6.76

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -15.81%
Avg. Invested days 21
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn last close icon Last Close 12/05/2025

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 432.12M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 3.69
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 3.69
Volume (30-day avg) 8
Beta 1.49
52 Weeks Range 2.32 - 6.76
Updated Date 12/6/2025
52 Weeks Range 2.32 - 6.76
Updated Date 12/6/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 23.85%
Basic EPS (TTM) -1.76

Earnings Date

Report Date -
When -
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Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -
Operating Margin (TTM) -173.33%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -2.87%
Return on Equity (TTM) -13.3%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 7.05
Enterprise Value 6763294720
Price to Sales(TTM) 5.91
Enterprise Value 6763294720
Price to Sales(TTM) 5.91
Enterprise Value to Revenue 199.36
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.96
Shares Outstanding 162126276
Shares Floating 144159442
Shares Outstanding 162126276
Shares Floating 144159442
Percent Insiders 9.93
Percent Institutions 63.11

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Ready Capital Corp

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Ready Capital Corp. was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in New York. It is a real estate finance company specializing in originating, acquiring, financing, and servicing small- to medium-sized balance commercial loans.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Small Balance Commercial (SBC) Lending: Originates, acquires, and services SBC loans, generally $3 million to $35 million, secured by stabilized income-producing properties.
  • Small Business Administration (SBA) Lending: Originates and services SBA 7(a) loans for small businesses.
  • Residential Mortgage Banking: Focuses on mortgage origination, securitization, and servicing.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Thomas Capasse is the CEO and Chairman. The company has a board of directors and operates with a structured management team overseeing different business segments.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Small Balance Commercial Loans: SBC loans are a core offering, competing with regional banks, credit unions, and other specialty finance companies. Market share is fragmented, varying by region. Revenue contributions are significant.
  • SBA 7(a) Loans: Provides financing solutions for small businesses through the SBA 7(a) loan program, competing with other SBA lenders. Loan volume fluctuates based on economic conditions and SBA programs. Revenue contribution is important for Ready Capital. Competitors are: NewtekOne (NEWT), Live Oak Bancshares (LOB).
  • Residential Mortgage Origination: Originates and sells or securitizes residential mortgages. This segment faces competition from large mortgage lenders and banks. Competitors include: Rocket Companies(RKT) and UWM Holdings Corporation (UWMC).

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The commercial real estate lending market is competitive and influenced by interest rates, economic growth, and property values. The SBA lending market is driven by the demand for small business financing. The residential mortgage market is influenced by interest rates and housing affordability.

Positioning

Ready Capital Corp. focuses on niche lending areas within commercial real estate and SBA lending, targeting underserved segments. Its competitive advantage lies in its expertise in these specific markets.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for commercial real estate lending is multi-billion dollar market. SBA lending market is around $30 billion per year. Ready Capital is positioned to capture portions of these markets with its specialized lending approach.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Expertise in niche lending markets
  • Strong origination platform
  • Experienced management team
  • Diversified revenue streams

Weaknesses

  • Sensitivity to interest rate changes
  • Credit risk in lending portfolio
  • Reliance on external funding sources
  • Exposure to economic cycles

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new lending markets
  • Increased demand for SBA loans
  • Strategic acquisitions
  • Growth in the commercial real estate market

Threats

  • Increased competition
  • Economic downturn
  • Changes in government regulations
  • Rising interest rates

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • BXMT
  • ARI
  • LADR

Competitive Landscape

Ready Capital competes based on its specialized lending expertise, origination platform, and customer relationships. Competitive advantages and disadvantages depend on market conditions and competitor strategies.

Major Acquisitions

Mosaic Real Estate Investors

  • Year: 2021
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 91.1
  • Strategic Rationale: Diversified Ready Capital's investment strategies and enhanced its origination capabilities.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Growth has been driven by increased lending activity and strategic acquisitions.

Future Projections: Analyst estimates would need to be pulled from financial data providers.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives may include new lending programs, expansion into new markets, or strategic partnerships.

Summary

Ready Capital Corp. is a specialized real estate finance company with expertise in niche lending markets, demonstrating a solid origination platform and diversified revenue streams. However, the company's sensitivity to interest rate changes and reliance on external funding sources pose challenges. Recent acquisitions and potential growth in SBA lending offer growth opportunities. The company needs to manage credit risk carefully and monitor economic conditions closely.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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  • Investor Presentations
  • Market Research Reports

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About Ready Capital Corp

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters New York, NY, United States
IPO Launch date 2013-02-08
Chairman, CEO & Chief Investment Officer Mr. Thomas Edward Capasse
Sector Real Estate
Industry REIT - Mortgage
Full time employees 500
Full time employees 500

Ready Capital Corporation operates as a real estate finance company in the United States. It operates through two segments: LMM Commercial Real Estate and Small Business Lending. The LMM Commercial Real Estate segment originates LLM loans across the full life-cycle of an LLM property, including construction, bridge, stabilized, and agency loan origination channels. The Small Business Lending segment acquires, originates, and services owner-occupied loans guaranteed by the SBA under its SBA Section 7(a) Program; and acquires, originates, and services USDA loans, as well as originates and services small business loans. It originates, acquires, finances, and services lower-to-middle-market (LLM) commercial real estate loans, small business administration (SBA) loans, residential mortgage loans, construction loans, USDA loans, and mortgage-backed securities collateralized primarily by LLM loans, or other real estate-related investments. The company has elected to be taxed as a real estate investment trust (REIT) and 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 Sutherland Asset Management Corporation and changed its name to Ready Capital Corporation in September 2018. Ready Capital Corporation was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in New York, New York.