Agree Realty Corporation (ADC)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
ADC
Agree Realty Corporation
$74.22
-1.36%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $9.06B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$130.36
-0.48%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $121.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 1180% more annual revenue ($9.19B vs $718.40M). PLD leads profitability with a 36.2% profit margin vs 28.4%. ADC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.13. ADC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
ADC
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
PLD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-48.5%
Fair Value
$51.68
Current Price
$74.22
$22.54 premium
Margin of Safety
-116.9%
Fair Value
$60.09
Current Price
$130.36
$70.27 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 48.3%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
18.5% revenue growth
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 3.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.0% revenue growth
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADC
The strongest argument for ADC centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.4% and operating margin at 48.3%. Revenue growth of 18.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PLD
The strongest argument for PLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.2% and operating margin at 41.3%.
Bear Case : ADC
The primary concerns for ADC are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 42.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADC profiles as a growth stock while PLD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
ADC is growing revenue faster at 18.5% — sustainability is the question.
ADC generates stronger free cash flow (-1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADC scores higher overall (68/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 28.4% margins and 18.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Agree Realty Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Agree Realty Corporation is a publicly traded real estate investment trust primarily engaged in the acquisition and development of net leased properties to industry leading retail tenants.
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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