Is NREF a Good Bet? An Analyst's Take

Steven Delaney from JMP Securities is sticking to his guns on NexPoint Real Estate Finance (NREF). He's kept the company's rating at "Hold, " just as he did before. Last Wednesday, NREF's shares closed at $15. 38. But is Delaney, who’s known for getting it right 56. 07% of the time and averaging an 8. 7% return, onto something? Delaney knows the real estate sector like the back of his hand. He covers companies like Ares Commercial, Apollo Real Estate, and Lument Finance Trust. And he's not alone in his assessment. Most analysts currently agree that NREF is a "Hold, " with an average price target of $15. 00. Looking at NREF's latest quarterly report, things seem to be looking up. The company raked in $12 million in revenue and made a net profit of $16. 12 million. That's a big jump from last year’s revenue of $3. 18 million and a net loss of $15. 55 million. But wait, what does this mean for investors? Well, Delaney’s track record speaks volumes. He’s one of the top analysts out there, and his word carries weight. However, it’s crucial to remember that even experts can be wrong. The stock market is unpredictable, and past performance doesn’t guarantee future results. NexPoint Real Estate Finance, for those who don’t know, is a real estate investment trust. They focus on financing mid-sized multifamily, storage, and select-service hotels. It's a specific niche, but it could be a smart move for those looking to diversify their investment portfolio.