CTO Realty Growth Inc (CTO)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
CTO
CTO Realty Growth Inc
$20.71
-0.62%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $776.32M
WELL
Welltower Inc
$235.62
-0.04%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $169.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 7823% more annual revenue ($12.76B vs $161.10M). CTO leads profitability with a 32.6% profit margin vs 12.1%. CTO trades at a lower P/E of 15.0x. CTO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CTO
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
WELL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+87.2%
Fair Value
$144.13
Current Price
$20.71
$123.42 discount
Margin of Safety
-87.0%
Fair Value
$125.97
Current Price
$235.62
$109.65 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 1200.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 25.4%
16.5% revenue growth
Revenue surging 39.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 35.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
ROE of 2.9% — 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 : CTO
The strongest argument for CTO centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.6% and operating margin at 25.4%. Revenue growth of 16.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 39.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CTO
The primary concerns for CTO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 105.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WELL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.76 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 39.1% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
CTO scores higher overall (62/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 32.6% margins and 16.5% revenue growth. 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.
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.
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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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