Apple Hospitality REIT Inc (APLE)vsDiamondrock Hospitality Company Common Stock (DRH)
APLE
Apple Hospitality REIT Inc
$11.97
+1.79%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.78B
DRH
Diamondrock Hospitality Company Common Stock
$9.56
+1.27%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.97B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Hospitality REIT Inc generates 26% more annual revenue ($1.41B vs $1.12B). APLE leads profitability with a 12.4% profit margin vs 9.1%. 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-
DRH
Hold46
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
-235.1%
Fair Value
$2.99
Current Price
$9.56
$6.57 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%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.7% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APLE
The strongest argument for APLE centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : DRH
The strongest argument for DRH centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : APLE
The primary concerns for APLE are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : DRH
The primary concerns for DRH are Market Cap, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APLE profiles as a declining stock while DRH is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DRH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.00 — expect wider price swings.
DRH is growing revenue faster at -1.6% — sustainability is the question.
DRH generates stronger free cash flow (47M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APLE scores higher overall (50/100 vs 46/100). 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 (?
Diamondrock Hospitality Company Common Stock
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
DiamondRock Hospitality Company is a self-advising real estate investment trust (REIT) that owns a leading portfolio of geographically diversified hotels concentrated in major entry markets and destination resort locations.
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