Chimera Investment Corporation (CIM)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
CIM
Chimera Investment Corporation
$13.24
-0.30%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.13B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$200.84
+1.69%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $137.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 5375% more annual revenue ($11.77B vs $214.90M). WELL leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs 9.0%. CIM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.33. WELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
CIM
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
WELL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+64.6%
Fair Value
$37.00
Current Price
$13.24
$23.76 discount
Margin of Safety
-78.3%
Fair Value
$116.05
Current Price
$200.84
$84.79 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 38.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 157.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 76.6%
ROE of 3.2% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CIM
The strongest argument for CIM centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 38.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CIM
The primary concerns for CIM are Market Cap, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 5.17 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 94.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CIM profiles as a value stock while WELL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CIM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 38.3% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (282M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WELL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 34/100) and 38.3% revenue growth. CIM offers better value entry with a 64.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Chimera Investment Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Chimera Investment Corporation is a real estate investment trust (REIT) in the United States. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Welltower Inc. is a real estate investment trust that invests in healthcare infrastructure.
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