Cousins Properties Incorporated (CUZ)vsParamount Group Inc (PGRE)
CUZ
Cousins Properties Incorporated
$28.19
+0.89%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.59B
PGRE
Paramount Group Inc
$6.60
+0.15%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cousins Properties Incorporated generates 50% more annual revenue ($1.03B vs $681.64M). CUZ leads profitability with a 0.6% profit margin vs -0.1%. PGRE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.53. CUZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CUZ
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
PGRE
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+56.3%
Fair Value
$52.89
Current Price
$28.19
$24.70 discount
Margin of Safety
+30.9%
Fair Value
$9.55
Current Price
$6.60
$2.95 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 84.4% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 24.2%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
0.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of -0.1% — below average capital efficiency
4.8% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 0.1%
ROE of -0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CUZ
The strongest argument for CUZ centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 11.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.31 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PGRE
The strongest argument for PGRE centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.53 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CUZ
The primary concerns for CUZ are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 697.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PGRE
The primary concerns for PGRE are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CUZ profiles as a value stock while PGRE is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
CUZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
CUZ is growing revenue faster at 11.6% — sustainability is the question.
CUZ generates stronger free cash flow (83M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CUZ scores higher overall (63/100 vs 55/100) and 11.6% revenue growth. PGRE offers better value entry with a 30.9% 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.
Cousins Properties Incorporated
REAL ESTATE · REIT - OFFICE · USA
Cousins Properties is a fully integrated, self-managed and self-managed Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT).
Paramount Group Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - OFFICE · USA
Headquartered in New York City, Paramount Group, Inc. is a fully integrated real estate investment trust that owns, operates, manages, acquires and rebuilds high-quality Class A office properties located in select submarkets of the central business district. from New York City and San Francisco.
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