Ares Commercial Real Estate (ACRE)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
ACRE
Ares Commercial Real Estate
$3.36
-1.75%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $186.42M
PLD
Prologis Inc
$127.98
-0.03%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $124.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 27779% more annual revenue ($9.89B vs $35.49M). PLD leads profitability with a 43.1% profit margin vs -12.5%. ACRE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.57. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
ACRE
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
PLD
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+72.1%
Fair Value
$19.99
Current Price
$3.36
$16.63 discount
Margin of Safety
+50.0%
Fair Value
$256.12
Current Price
$127.98
$128.14 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 33.5%
Earnings expanding 1598.0% YoY
Keeps 43 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -4.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 58.8%
Moderate valuation
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACRE
The strongest argument for ACRE centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : PLD
The strongest argument for PLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.1% and operating margin at 42.9%. Revenue growth of 10.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ACRE
The primary concerns for ACRE are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.58 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACRE profiles as a turnaround stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
PLD is growing revenue faster at 10.2% — sustainability is the question.
PLD generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (59/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 43.1% margins and 10.2% revenue growth. ACRE offers better value entry with a 72.1% 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.
Ares Commercial Real Estate
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Ares Commercial Real Estate Corporation, a specialized finance company, originates and invests in commercial real estate loans (CRE) and related investments in the United States. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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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