Broadstone Net Lease Inc (BNL)vsCTO Realty Growth Inc (CTO)
BNL
Broadstone Net Lease Inc
$18.63
-0.43%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.74B
CTO
CTO Realty Growth Inc
$18.40
-0.92%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $597.14M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Broadstone Net Lease Inc generates 204% more annual revenue ($454.14M vs $149.54M). BNL leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 6.8%. BNL trades at a lower P/E of 37.4x. BNL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
BNL
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
CTO
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+15.9%
Fair Value
$23.16
Current Price
$18.63
$4.53 discount
Margin of Safety
-3324.1%
Fair Value
$0.54
Current Price
$18.40
$17.86 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 51.2%
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 24.7% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.6%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.2% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.7% — below average capital efficiency
6.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BNL
The strongest argument for BNL centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 51.2%.
Bull Case : CTO
The strongest argument for CTO centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : BNL
The primary concerns for BNL are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : CTO
The primary concerns for CTO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 229.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BNL profiles as a mature stock while CTO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BNL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
CTO is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
BNL generates stronger free cash flow (61M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BNL scores higher overall (58/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins. 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.
Broadstone Net Lease Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - DIVERSIFIED · USA
BNL is an internally managed REIT that primarily acquires, owns and manages single-tenant commercial real estate that is rented out on a long-term basis to a diversified group of tenants.
CTO Realty Growth Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - DIVERSIFIED · USA
CTO Realty Growth, Inc. is a Florida-based publicly traded real estate company owning approximately 2 income properties.
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