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Starwood Prop Trust

Starwood Property Trust Inc is an American real estate investment trust principally engaged in originating, acquiring, and managing commercial mortgage loans and commercial mortgage-backed securities in the U.S. and Europe. The company organizes its activities into Commercial and Residential Lending Segment, Infrastructure Lending Segment, Property Segment and Investing and Servicing Segment. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the Real estate commercial and residential lending segment, which is engaged in originating, acquiring, financing, and managing commercial first mortgages, and non-agency residential mortgages.

STARWOOD PROPERTY TRUST, INC. Starwood Property Trust Inc.

Starwood Property Trust Inc

STARWOOD PROPERTY REIT

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Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Financials sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>COIN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/25/24</td>
<td>$190.00</td>
<td>$42.2K</td>
<td>3.3K</td>
<td>6.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$490.00</td>
<td>$49.3K</td>
<td>259</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>YRD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$5.00</td>
<td>$47.7K</td>
<td>893</td>
<td>555</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LC</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$31.0K</td>
<td>9</td>
<td>198</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>STWD</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$38.2K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td>150</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SCHW</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$77.50</td>
<td>$26.1K</td>
<td>96</td>
<td>138</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JPM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$47.1K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>115</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>HOOD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
<td>$60.1K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>101</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ERIE</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$410.00</td>
<td>$30.4K</td>
<td>2</td>
<td>40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>GPN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$41.7K</td>
<td>11</td>
<td>26</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For COIN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 2 day(s) on October 25, 2024. This event was a transfer of 200 contract(s) at a $190.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $42.2K, with a price of $211.0 per contract. There were 3391 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 6927 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding GS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 149 day(s) on March 21, 2025. Parties traded 25 contract(s) at a $490.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $49.3K, with a price of $1975.0 per contract. There were 259 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1004 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding YRD (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YRD#NYSE">YRD</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 23 day(s) on November 15, 2024. Parties traded 455 contract(s) at a $5.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 34 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $47.7K, with a price of $105.0 per contract. There were 893 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 555 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For LC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LC#NYSE">LC</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 58 day(s) on December 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 188 contract(s) at a $12.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 23 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.0K, with a price of $165.0 per contract. There were 9 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 198 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For STWD (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STWD#NYSE">STWD</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 450 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 150 contract(s) at a $20.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 13 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $38.2K, with a price of $255.0 per contract. There were 1221 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 150 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SCHW (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCHW#NYSE">SCHW</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 331 day(s) on September 19, 2025. Parties traded 48 contract(s) at a $77.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.1K, with a price of $545.0 per contract. There were 96 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 138 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding JPM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 121 day(s) on February 21, 2025. Parties traded 50 contract(s) at a $230.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $47.1K, with a price of $943.0 per contract. There were 1081 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 115 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding HOOD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 296 day(s) on August 15, 2025. Parties traded 101 contract(s) at a $27.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 17 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $60.1K, with a price of $595.0 per contract. There were 0 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 101 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ERIE (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ERIE#NASDAQ">ERIE</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 58 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 40 contract(s) at a $410.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.4K, with a price of $760.0 per contract. There were 2 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 40 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding GPN (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GPN#NYSE">GPN</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 331 day(s) on September 19, 2025. Parties traded 25 contract(s) at a $110.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $41.7K, with a price of $1670.0 per contract. There were 11 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 26 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
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News

'FTC Takes Action Against Marriott and Starwood Over Multiple Data Breaches; Marriott Also Agreed To Pay A $52M Penalty To 49 States And The District Of Columbia To Resolve Similar Data Security Allegations' - FTC

Offerings

Starwood Property Trust Prices Private Offering Of $400M Of Its 6.000% Unsecured Senior Notes Due 2030

Wells Fargo analyst Donald Fandetti maintains Starwood Prop Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STWD#NYSE">STWD</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $22 to $24.

Price Target

Analyst Ratings

Wells Fargo Maintains Outperform on Starwood Prop Trust, Raises Price Target to $24

In the latest quarter, 5 analysts provided ratings for Starwood Prop Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STWD#NYSE">STWD</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $21.5, a high estimate of $24.00, and a low estimate of $20.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $20.25, the current average has increased by 6.17%.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1725552034_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Starwood Prop Trust. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jade Rahmani</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$22.50</td>
<td>$20.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jade Rahmani</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$20.50</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Catherwood</td>
<td>BTIG</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Richard Shane</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$20.50</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jade Rahmani</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$20.50</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Starwood Prop Trust. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Starwood Prop Trust compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Starwood Prop Trust's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/STWD/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Starwood Prop Trust analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About Starwood Prop Trust</h2>
Starwood Property Trust Inc is an American real estate investment trust principally engaged in originating, acquiring, and managing commercial mortgage loans and commercial mortgage-backed securities in the U.S. and Europe. The company organizes its activities into Commercial and Residential Lending Segment, Infrastructure Lending Segment, Property Segment and Investing and Servicing Segment. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the Real estate commercial and residential lending segment, which is engaged in originating, acquiring, financing, and managing commercial first mortgages, and non-agency residential mortgages.
<h3>Starwood Prop Trust: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Starwood Prop Trust's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 30 June, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -44.86% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Starwood Prop Trust's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 33.86%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Starwood Prop Trust's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 1.22%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.12%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 1.46.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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The Latest Analyst Ratings For Starwood Prop Trust

Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Jade Rahmani upgrades Starwood Prop Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STWD#NYSE">STWD</a>) from Market Perform to Outperform and raises the price target from $20.5 to $22.5.

Upgrades

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Upgrades Starwood Prop Trust to Outperform, Raises Price Target to $22.5

The Company intends to use the net proceeds received from the offering to originate and purchase additional commercial mortgage loans and other target assets and investments. The Company may also use a portion of the net proceeds for other general corporate purposes, including, but not limited to, the repayment of outstanding indebtedness under the Company&#39;s repurchase facilities.

Reported Earlier, Starwood Property Trust Prices $345.1M Public Offering Of 17.5M Common Shares

The underwriters will have a 30-day option from the date of the offering to purchase up to an additional 2.625 million shares from the Company.&nbsp;
The Company intends to use the net proceeds received from the offering to originate and purchase additional commercial mortgage loans and other target assets and investments.
&nbsp;The Company may also use a portion of the net proceeds for other general corporate purposes, including, but not limited to, the repayment of outstanding indebtedness under the Company&#39;s repurchase facilities.

Starwood Property Trust Plans Offering Of 17.50M Shares Of Its Common Stock In Public Offering

Starwood Capital Group ("Starwood Capital"), a global private investment firm with a primary focus on real estate, today announced that Andrew J. Sossen will rejoin the firm in September as a Senior Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer. In this role, Andrew will be a member of Starwood Capital's executive committee and oversee the day-to-day operations of the firm, reporting to Barry Sternlicht, Starwood Capital's Chairman and CEO.

Management

Starwood Capital Appoints Andrew Sossen Chief Operating Officer

5 analysts have shared their evaluations of Starwood Prop Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STWD#NYSE">STWD</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $21.6, a high estimate of $24.00, and a low estimate of $20.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 2.86% increase from the previous average price target of $21.00.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1723226431_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Starwood Prop Trust by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jade Rahmani</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$20.50</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Catherwood</td>
<td>BTIG</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Richard Shane</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$20.50</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jade Rahmani</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$20.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Laws</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$23.50</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Starwood Prop Trust. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Starwood Prop Trust compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Starwood Prop Trust's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Starwood Prop Trust's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/STWD/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Starwood Prop Trust analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Starwood Prop Trust: A Closer Look</h2>
Starwood Property Trust Inc is an American real estate investment trust principally engaged in originating, acquiring, and managing commercial mortgage loans and commercial mortgage-backed securities in the U.S. and Europe. The company organizes its activities into Commercial and Residential Lending Segment, Infrastructure Lending Segment, Property Segment and Investing and Servicing Segment. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the Real estate commercial and residential lending segment, which is engaged in originating, acquiring, financing, and managing commercial first mortgages, and non-agency residential mortgages.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Starwood Prop Trust's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is above the industry average, indicating that it is relatively larger in size compared to peers. This may suggest a higher level of investor confidence and market recognition.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, Starwood Prop Trust faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -44.86% in revenue growth as of 30 June, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: Starwood Prop Trust's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 33.86% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Starwood Prop Trust's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 1.22%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): Starwood Prop Trust's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 0.12%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Starwood Prop Trust's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 1.46, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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5 Analysts Assess Starwood Prop Trust: What You Need To Know

Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Jade Rahmani maintains Starwood Prop Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STWD#NYSE">STWD</a>) with a Market Perform and raises the price target from $20 to $20.5.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Maintains Market Perform on Starwood Prop Trust, Raises Price Target to $20.5

Starwood Prop Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STWD#NYSE">STWD</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.48 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.49 by 2.04 percent.

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Starwood Prop Trust Q2 2024 Adj EPS $0.48 Misses $0.49 Estimate

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Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$475.0K</td>
<td>32.0K</td>
<td>5.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MS</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>08/16/24</td>
<td>$98.00</td>
<td>$26.3K</td>
<td>39</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>STWD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$34.7K</td>
<td>6.4K</td>
<td>2.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COIN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
<td>$68.1K</td>
<td>2.9K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>JPM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
<td>$49.7K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
<td>1.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WFC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$62.1K</td>
<td>10.8K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$410.00</td>
<td>$456.0K</td>
<td>742</td>
<td>978</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SQ</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$27.9K</td>
<td>11.2K</td>
<td>958</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BAC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
<td>$26.6K</td>
<td>7.2K</td>
<td>742</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UPST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$52.1K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
<td>122</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding NU (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NU#NYSE">NU</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 165 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 5000 contract(s) at a $12.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $475.0K, with a price of $95.0 per contract. There were 32057 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 5428 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MS#NYSE">MS</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 11 day(s) on August 16, 2024. This event was a transfer of 438 contract(s) at a $98.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 221 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.3K, with a price of $60.0 per contract. There were 39 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3527 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding STWD (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STWD#NYSE">STWD</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 165 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 188 contract(s) at a $18.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $34.7K, with a price of $185.0 per contract. There were 6424 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2626 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For COIN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 46 day(s) on September 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $150.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $68.1K, with a price of $683.0 per contract. There were 2973 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2548 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding JPM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), we observe a put option sweep with neutral sentiment. It expires in 74 day(s) on October 18, 2024. Parties traded 43 contract(s) at a $200.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 8 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $49.7K, with a price of $1156.0 per contract. There were 3224 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1577 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For WFC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 46 day(s) on September 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 1000 contract(s) at a $45.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 47 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $62.1K, with a price of $62.0 per contract. There were 10818 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1214 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MA#NYSE">MA</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 46 day(s) on September 20, 2024. Parties traded 960 contract(s) at a $410.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $456.0K, with a price of $475.0 per contract. There were 742 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 978 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SQ (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SQ#NYSE">SQ</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 46 day(s) on September 20, 2024. Parties traded 285 contract(s) at a $70.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.9K, with a price of $98.0 per contract. There were 11259 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 958 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding BAC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>), we observe a put option sweep with neutral sentiment. It expires in 46 day(s) on September 20, 2024. Parties traded 202 contract(s) at a $36.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.6K, with a price of $132.0 per contract. There were 7227 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 742 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For UPST (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPST#NASDAQ">UPST</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 165 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 66 contract(s) at a $20.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 15 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $52.1K, with a price of $790.0 per contract. There were 2032 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 122 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
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10 Financials Stocks Whale Activity In Today's Session

AGNC Investment Corp.&#39;s (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/agnc#NASDAQ">AGNC</a>) second-quarter 2024 net spread and dollar roll income per common share (excluding estimated &quot;catch-up&quot; premium amortization benefit) of 53 cents matched the Zacks Consensus Estimate. However, the bottom line declined from the 67 cents reported in the previous quarter.
Adjusted net interest and dollar roll income of $482 million moved down from $496 million in the previous quarter.
The company reported a second-quarter comprehensive loss per common share of 13 cents against comprehensive income per common share of 48 cents reported in the prior quarter.
<h3>Inside the Headlines</h3>
Net interest expenses were $3 million compared with $30 million in the prior quarter. The Zacks Consensus Estimate was pegged at $404 million.
AGNC Investment&#39;s average asset yield on its portfolio was 4.69% in the second quarter, up from 4.56% reported in the prior quarter.
The combined weighted average cost of funds, inclusive of interest rate swap, was 2% compared with 1.58% in the prior quarter.
The average net interest spread (excluding estimated &quot;catch-up&quot; premium amortization benefits) was 2.69%, down from 2.98% in the previous quarter.
As of Jun 30, 2024, AGNC&#39;s average tangible net book value &quot;at risk&quot; leverage ratio was 7.2X compared with 7X in the prior quarter.
In the second quarter, the company&#39;s investment portfolio bore an average actual constant prepayment rate of 7.1%, up from 5.7% in the previous quarter.
As of Jun 30, 2024, tangible net book value per common share (BVPS) was $8.40, down from $8.84 as of Mar 31, 2024.
The economic return on tangible common equity was negative 0.9% compared with 5.7% in the previous quarter. This included a dividend per share of 36 cents and a decline of 44 cents in tangible net BVPS.
As of Jun 30, 2024, the company&#39;s investment portfolio aggregated $66 billion. This included $59.7 billion of Agency mortgage-backed securities, $5.3 million of net forward purchases of Agency MBS in the to-be-announced market, and $1 billion of credit risk transfer and non-Agency securities and other mortgage credit investments.
As of Jun 30, 2024, AGNC Investment&#39;s cash and cash equivalents totaled $530 million, up from $505 billion as of Mar 31, 2024.
<h3>Dividend Update</h3>
In the second quarter, AGNC Investment announced a dividend of 12 cents per share each for April, May and June. Management declared $13.4 billion in common stock dividends or $47.92 per share since its initial public offering in May 2008 through the second quarter of 2024.
<h3>Conclusion</h3>
AGNC&#39;s second-quarter results benefited from an increase in asset yields. To navigate the monetary policy transition, the company has defensively positioned itself with prudent asset-selection efforts and timely portfolio adjustment. However, lower net interest spread and increased weighted average cost of funds acted as headwinds.
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<h3>AGNC Investment Corp. Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise</h3>
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AGNC Investment currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
<h3>Upcoming Release Dates of Other REITs</h3>
Annaly Capital Management, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nly#NYSE">NLY</a>) is slated to announce second-quarter 2024 results on Jul 24.
Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for NLY&#39;s quarterly earnings has remained unchanged at 66 cents per share, indicating an 8.3% decline from the prior-year reported figure.
Starwood Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/stwd#NYSE">STWD</a>) is slated to post quarterly results on Aug 6.
Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for STWD&#39;s quarterly earnings has been unchanged at 48 cents per share, indicating a decline of 2.04% from the prior-year quarter&#39;s reported figure.
<a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2307210/agnc-investment-agnc-q2-earnings-meet-asset-yield-improves?cid=CS-BENZ-FT-analyst_blog|earnings_article-2307210">To read this article on Zacks.com click here.</a>

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BTIG analyst Thomas Catherwood assumes Starwood Prop Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STWD#NYSE">STWD</a>) with a Buy rating and announces Price Target of $24.

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BTIG Assumes Starwood Prop Trust at Buy, Announces Price Target of $24

Across the recent three months, 3 analysts have shared their insights on Starwood Prop Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STWD#NYSE">STWD</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $21.17, a high estimate of $23.00, and a low estimate of $20.00. A 0.75% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $21.33. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721142040_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Starwood Prop Trust. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Richard Shane</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$20.50</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jade Rahmani</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$20.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Laws</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$23.50</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Starwood Prop Trust. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Starwood Prop Trust compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Starwood Prop Trust's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Starwood Prop Trust's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/STWD/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Starwood Prop Trust analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Starwood Prop Trust's Background</h2>
Starwood Property Trust Inc is an American real estate investment trust principally engaged in originating, acquiring, and managing commercial mortgage loans and commercial mortgage-backed securities in the U.S. and Europe. The company organizes its activities into Commercial and Residential Lending Segment, Infrastructure Lending Segment, Property Segment and Investing and Servicing Segment. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the Real estate commercial and residential lending segment, which is engaged in originating, acquiring, financing, and managing commercial first mortgages, and non-agency residential mortgages.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Starwood Prop Trust's Journey</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization surpasses industry averages, showcasing a dominant size relative to peers and suggesting a strong market position.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Starwood Prop Trust showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 88.48% as of 31 March, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 50.5%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Starwood Prop Trust's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.42% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Starwood Prop Trust's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 0.22% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 1.44.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Peeling Back The Layers: Exploring Starwood Prop Trust Through Analyst Insights

JP Morgan analyst Richard Shane maintains Starwood Prop Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STWD#NYSE">STWD</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $20 to $20.5.

JP Morgan Maintains Overweight on Starwood Prop Trust, Raises Price Target to $20.5

Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Jade Rahmani maintains Starwood Prop Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STWD#NYSE">STWD</a>) with a Market Perform and lowers the price target from $20.5 to $20.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Maintains Market Perform on Starwood Prop Trust, Lowers Price Target to $20

In the preceding three months, 4 analysts have released ratings for Starwood Prop Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STWD#NYSE">STWD</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $21.62, a high estimate of $23.00, and a low estimate of $20.00. This current average has decreased by 3.4% from the previous average price target of $22.38. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1719316816_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The perception of Starwood Prop Trust by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Laws</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Strong Buy</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$23.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sarah Barcomb</td>
<td>BTIG</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jade Rahmani</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$20.50</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Richard Shane</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Starwood Prop Trust. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Starwood Prop Trust compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Starwood Prop Trust's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Starwood Prop Trust's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/STWD/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Starwood Prop Trust analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About Starwood Prop Trust</h2>
Starwood Property Trust Inc is an American real estate investment trust principally engaged in originating, acquiring, and managing commercial mortgage loans and commercial mortgage-backed securities in the U.S. and Europe. The company organizes its activities into Commercial and Residential Lending Segment, Infrastructure Lending Segment, Property Segment and Investing and Servicing Segment. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the Real estate commercial and residential lending segment, which is engaged in originating, acquiring, financing, and managing commercial first mortgages, and non-agency residential mortgages.
<h3>Starwood Prop Trust's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Starwood Prop Trust displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 March, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 88.48%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Starwood Prop Trust's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 50.5% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Starwood Prop Trust's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.42% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Starwood Prop Trust's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 0.22%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Starwood Prop Trust's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 1.44.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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