American Assets Trust Inc (AAT)vsEmpire State Realty Trust Inc (ESRT)
AAT
American Assets Trust Inc
$21.86
-2.06%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.70B
ESRT
Empire State Realty Trust Inc
$4.97
-1.58%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Empire State Realty Trust Inc generates 78% more annual revenue ($782.82M vs $440.11M). AAT leads profitability with a 4.8% profit margin vs 0.9%. AAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 9.34. AAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
AAT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
ESRT
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.8%
Fair Value
$37.56
Current Price
$21.86
$15.70 discount
Margin of Safety
+51.0%
Fair Value
$13.02
Current Price
$4.97
$8.05 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 70.9% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 25.8%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.0% — below average capital efficiency
4.8% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
3.2% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
0.9% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAT
The strongest argument for AAT centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : ESRT
The strongest argument for ESRT centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : AAT
The primary concerns for AAT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 62.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.53 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ESRT
The primary concerns for ESRT are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 248.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.14 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ESRT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
AAT is growing revenue faster at 5.3% — sustainability is the question.
AAT generates stronger free cash flow (24M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
AAT scores higher overall (56/100 vs 47/100). ESRT offers better value entry with a 51.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
American Assets Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - DIVERSIFIED · USA
American Assets Trust, Inc. is a self-managed, vertically integrated, full-service real estate investment trust, or REIT, based in San Diego, California.
Empire State Realty Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT), a major real estate investment trust (REIT), owns, manages, operates, acquires and repositions offices and retail properties in Manhattan and the New York metropolitan area, including the Empire State Building, the?
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