CTO Realty Growth Inc (CTO)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
CTO
CTO Realty Growth Inc
$20.25
-0.88%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $640.45M
PLD
Prologis Inc
$138.82
+2.31%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $129.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 6170% more annual revenue ($9.38B vs $149.54M). PLD leads profitability with a 39.7% profit margin vs 6.8%. PLD trades at a lower P/E of 39.1x. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CTO
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+88.9%
Fair Value
$167.20
Current Price
$20.25
$146.95 discount
Margin of Safety
+47.2%
Fair Value
$268.84
Current Price
$138.82
$130.02 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.6%
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.5%
Earnings expanding 65.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.7% — below average capital efficiency
6.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CTO
The strongest argument for CTO centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : PLD
The strongest argument for PLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.7% and operating margin at 38.5%.
Bear Case : CTO
The primary concerns for CTO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 245.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CTO profiles as a value stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
PLD is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
CTO generates stronger free cash flow (15M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 39.7% margins. CTO offers better value entry with a 88.9% margin of safety. 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.
CTO Realty Growth Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - DIVERSIFIED · USA
CTO Realty Growth, Inc. is a Florida-based publicly traded real estate company owning approximately 2 income properties.
Visit Website →Prologis Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Prologis, Inc. is a real estate investment trust headquartered in San Francisco, California that invests in logistics facilities, with a focus on the consumption side of the global supply chain.
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