Crown Castle (CCI)vsUBS Group AG (UBS)
CCI
Crown Castle
$88.78
+3.39%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $37.47B
UBS
UBS Group AG
$43.90
+2.76%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $135.73B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UBS Group AG generates 1118% more annual revenue ($51.31B vs $4.21B). CCI leads profitability with a 25.1% profit margin vs 17.8%. UBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. UBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
CCI
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
UBS
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-13.3%
Fair Value
$75.96
Current Price
$88.78
$12.82 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UBS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 47.7%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 84.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.1%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -206.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 25.1% and operating margin at 47.7%. PEG of 1.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : UBS
The strongest argument for UBS centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.8% and operating margin at 27.1%. Revenue growth of 14.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CCI
The primary concerns for CCI are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : UBS
The primary concerns for UBS are Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CCI profiles as a declining stock while UBS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CCI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
UBS is growing revenue faster at 14.6% — sustainability is the question.
CCI generates stronger free cash flow (452M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UBS scores higher overall (75/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 17.8% margins and 14.6% 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.
Visit Website →UBS Group AG
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
UBS Group AG, provides advice and financial solutions to private, institutional and corporate clients worldwide. The company is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.
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