American Assets Trust Inc (AAT)vsW P Carey Inc (WPC)
AAT
American Assets Trust Inc
$20.58
-0.96%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.61B
WPC
W P Carey Inc
$72.60
-0.45%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $16.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
W P Carey Inc generates 302% more annual revenue ($1.74B vs $433.85M). WPC leads profitability with a 29.7% profit margin vs 4.2%. WPC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. WPC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
AAT
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
WPC
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+59.1%
Fair Value
$45.19
Current Price
$20.58
$24.61 discount
Margin of Safety
+54.9%
Fair Value
$160.42
Current Price
$72.60
$87.82 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.4%
Strong operational efficiency at 54.8%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 40.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
2.8% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.2% — below average capital efficiency
4.2% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAT
The strongest argument for AAT centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : WPC
The strongest argument for WPC centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.7% and operating margin at 54.8%. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AAT
The primary concerns for AAT are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 69.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WPC
The primary concerns for WPC are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAT profiles as a value stock while WPC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
AAT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
WPC is growing revenue faster at 8.9% — sustainability is the question.
WPC generates stronger free cash flow (250M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WPC scores higher overall (72/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 29.7% margins. AAT offers better value entry with a 59.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
W P Carey Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - DIVERSIFIED · USA
WP Carey is among the largest net-lease REITs with an enterprise value of approximately $ 18 billion and a diversified portfolio of operationally critical commercial real estate that includes 1,215 net-lease properties covering approximately 142 million square feet as of March 30. September 2020.
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