American Realty Investors, Inc.
ARLReal EstateNASDAQReal Estate Services
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Daily timeframeAmerican Realty Investors, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, acquires, develops, and owns multifamily and commercial real estate properties in the Southern United States. With a market capitalization of $240.8M, it sits in micro-cap territory. It operates through two segments: Residential and Commercial.
Market Cap
$240.8M
Beta
0.72
P/E (TTM)
19.62
P/E (Fwd)
—
EPS (TTM)
$0.76
EPS (Fwd)
—
ROE
1.7%
ROA
-0.4%
Cash
$9.6M
Total Debt
$215.4M
Free CF
-$100.6M
52W Change
3.3%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
American Realty Investors, Inc. carries $215.4M in total debt against $9.6M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 22.5x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$100.6M. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. Return on equity stands at 1.7%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. Revenue has grown from $37.5M (2022) to $50.0M (2025), reflecting a 33% increase over the period.
American Realty Investors, Inc. carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. Negative free cash flow means the company is currently spending more than it generates, which may require future fundraising or debt if the trend continues. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing ARL.