Broadstone Net Lease Inc (BNL)vsW P Carey Inc (WPC)
BNL
Broadstone Net Lease Inc
$21.26
-0.70%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.28B
WPC
W P Carey Inc
$72.91
-0.94%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $16.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
W P Carey Inc generates 282% more annual revenue ($1.82B vs $476.17M). WPC leads profitability with a 35.8% profit margin vs 30.6%. WPC trades at a lower P/E of 25.4x. WPC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
BNL
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
WPC
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-28.7%
Fair Value
$15.13
Current Price
$21.26
$6.13 premium
Margin of Safety
+52.5%
Fair Value
$152.02
Current Price
$72.91
$79.11 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
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 59.3%
Earnings expanding 256.5% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.4% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 4.4% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 : WPC
The strongest argument for WPC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.8% and operating margin at 59.3%. Revenue growth of 18.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BNL
The primary concerns for BNL are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : WPC
The primary concerns for WPC are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BNL profiles as a mature stock while WPC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BNL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
WPC is growing revenue faster at 18.4% — sustainability is the question.
WPC generates stronger free cash flow (250M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WPC scores higher overall (74/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 35.8% margins and 18.4% 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.
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.
W P Carey Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - DIVERSIFIED · USA
WP Carey is among the largest net-lease REITs with an enterprise value of approximately $ 18 billion and a diversified portfolio of operationally critical commercial real estate that includes 1,215 net-lease properties covering approximately 142 million square feet as of March 30. September 2020.
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