Apple Hospitality REIT Inc (APLE)vsChatham Lodging Trust REIT (CLDT)
APLE
Apple Hospitality REIT Inc
$11.97
+1.79%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.78B
CLDT
Chatham Lodging Trust REIT
$7.85
-0.13%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $375.79M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Hospitality REIT Inc generates 380% more annual revenue ($1.41B vs $294.00M). APLE leads profitability with a 12.4% profit margin vs 5.1%. APLE trades at a lower P/E of 15.9x. APLE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
APLE
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
CLDT
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-106.5%
Fair Value
$5.98
Current Price
$11.97
$5.99 premium
Margin of Safety
-705.3%
Fair Value
$0.95
Current Price
$7.85
$6.90 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
0.8% earnings growth
ROE of 5.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 2.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.9% — below average capital efficiency
5.1% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APLE
The strongest argument for APLE centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : CLDT
The strongest argument for CLDT centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : APLE
The primary concerns for APLE are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : CLDT
The primary concerns for CLDT are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 54.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APLE profiles as a declining stock while CLDT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CLDT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
APLE is growing revenue faster at -2.0% — sustainability is the question.
APLE generates stronger free cash flow (44M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APLE scores higher overall (50/100 vs 45/100). 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.
Apple Hospitality REIT Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust (?
Chatham Lodging Trust REIT
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
Chatham Lodging Trust is a publicly traded, self-listed real estate investment trust primarily focused on investing in exclusive extended stay hotels and select service hotels of premium brands.
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