Broadstone Net Lease Inc (BNL)vsCTO Realty Growth Inc (CTO)
BNL
Broadstone Net Lease Inc
$20.42
-0.54%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.41B
CTO
CTO Realty Growth Inc
$20.71
-0.62%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $776.32M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Broadstone Net Lease Inc generates 196% more annual revenue ($476.17M vs $161.10M). CTO leads profitability with a 32.6% profit margin vs 30.6%. CTO trades at a lower P/E of 15.0x. CTO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
BNL
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
CTO
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-36.9%
Fair Value
$14.22
Current Price
$20.42
$6.20 premium
Margin of Safety
+87.2%
Fair Value
$144.13
Current Price
$20.71
$123.42 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.2%
Earnings expanding 95.7% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 1200.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 25.4%
16.5% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 4.4% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BNL
The strongest argument for BNL centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.6% and operating margin at 46.2%.
Bull Case : CTO
The strongest argument for CTO centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.6% and operating margin at 25.4%. Revenue growth of 16.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BNL
The primary concerns for BNL are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : CTO
The primary concerns for CTO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BNL profiles as a mature stock while CTO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BNL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
CTO is growing revenue faster at 16.5% — sustainability is the question.
BNL generates stronger free cash flow (57M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CTO scores higher overall (62/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 32.6% margins and 16.5% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
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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