Crown Castle (CCI)vsOutfront Media Inc (OUT)
CCI
Crown Castle
$75.62
+2.37%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $32.32B
OUT
Outfront Media Inc
$28.62
+0.70%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $5.07B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Crown Castle generates 115% more annual revenue ($4.16B vs $1.93B). CCI leads profitability with a 20.7% profit margin vs 12.7%. OUT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.39. OUT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
CCI
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
OUT
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-28.0%
Fair Value
$67.22
Current Price
$75.62
$8.40 premium
Margin of Safety
-17.1%
Fair Value
$22.26
Current Price
$28.62
$6.36 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 46.8%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 340.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 22.3%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -206.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.9%
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CCI
The strongest argument for CCI centers on Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.7% and operating margin at 46.8%. PEG of 0.60 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : OUT
The strongest argument for OUT centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 13.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CCI
The primary concerns for CCI are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : OUT
The primary concerns for OUT are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.96 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CCI profiles as a declining stock while OUT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
OUT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.46 — expect wider price swings.
OUT is growing revenue faster at 13.5% — sustainability is the question.
CCI generates stronger free cash flow (472M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OUT scores higher overall (73/100 vs 52/100) and 13.5% 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.
Crown Castle
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
Crown Castle is a real estate investment trust and provider of shared communications infrastructure in the United States. Its network includes over 40,000 cell towers and nearly 80,000 route miles of fiber supporting small cells and fiber solutions. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company has 100 offices nationwide.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
OUTFRONT harnesses the power of technology, location, and creativity to connect brands with consumers outside their homes through one of the largest and most diverse sets of billboards, public transportation, and mobile assets in North America.
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