Boston Properties Inc (BXP)vsHighwoods Properties Inc (HIW)
BXP
Boston Properties Inc
$52.84
-0.11%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $9.37B
HIW
Highwoods Properties Inc
$21.12
+0.28%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Boston Properties Inc generates 290% more annual revenue ($3.15B vs $808.48M). HIW leads profitability with a 19.7% profit margin vs 8.8%. BXP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.00. HIW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
BXP
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
HIW
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-50.5%
Fair Value
$41.06
Current Price
$52.84
$11.78 premium
Margin of Safety
-136.8%
Fair Value
$9.86
Current Price
$21.12
$11.26 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 26.2%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 4.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
ROE of 6.7% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.6%
Earnings declined 13.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BXP
The strongest argument for BXP centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : HIW
The strongest argument for HIW centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.7% and operating margin at 26.2%.
Bear Case : BXP
The primary concerns for BXP are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.37 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : HIW
The primary concerns for HIW are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BXP profiles as a value stock while HIW is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
HIW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
HIW is growing revenue faster at -1.6% — sustainability is the question.
BXP generates stronger free cash flow (267M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HIW scores higher overall (54/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 19.7% 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.
Boston Properties Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - OFFICE · USA
Boston Properties, Inc. is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that invests in office buildings in Boston, Los Angeles, New York City, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - OFFICE · USA
Highwoods Properties, Inc., based in Raleigh, is a publicly traded (NYSE: HIW) real estate investment trust (?
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