American Assets Trust Inc (AAT)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
AAT
American Assets Trust Inc
$20.74
+1.42%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.59B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$138.82
+2.31%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $129.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 2071% more annual revenue ($9.38B vs $431.87M). PLD leads profitability with a 39.7% profit margin vs 12.9%. AAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 9.34. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
AAT
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+58.9%
Fair Value
$45.06
Current Price
$20.74
$24.32 discount
Margin of Safety
+47.2%
Fair Value
$268.84
Current Price
$138.82
$130.02 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.3%
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.5%
Earnings expanding 65.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.4% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAT
The strongest argument for AAT centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : PLD
The strongest argument for PLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.7% and operating margin at 38.5%.
Bear Case : AAT
The primary concerns for AAT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 68.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAT profiles as a declining stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
PLD is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
AAT generates stronger free cash flow (23M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 39.7% margins. AAT offers better value entry with a 58.9% 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.
Prologis Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Prologis, Inc. is a real estate investment trust headquartered in San Francisco, California that invests in logistics facilities, with a focus on the consumption side of the global supply chain.
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