Chimera Investment Corporation (CIM)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
CIM
Chimera Investment Corporation
$13.75
+1.48%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.13B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$212.09
-1.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $153.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 3090% more annual revenue ($11.77B vs $368.88M). CIM leads profitability with a 62.5% profit margin vs 12.0%. CIM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.33. WELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
CIM
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
WELL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+81.0%
Fair Value
$69.01
Current Price
$13.75
$55.26 discount
Margin of Safety
-58.0%
Fair Value
$131.57
Current Price
$212.09
$80.52 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 63 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.2%
Revenue surging 38.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 162.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 75.9%
Earnings declined 58.5%
ROE of 3.7% — 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 P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 62.5% and operating margin at 43.2%.
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, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 5.08 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 105.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CIM profiles as a declining stock while WELL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CIM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.83 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 38.3% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (647M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WELL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 55/100) and 38.3% revenue growth. CIM offers better value entry with a 81.0% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
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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