Cousins Properties Incorporated (CUZ)vsParamount Group Inc (PGRE)
CUZ
Cousins Properties Incorporated
$27.69
-0.22%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.77B
PGRE
Paramount Group Inc
$6.60
+0.15%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cousins Properties Incorporated generates 46% more annual revenue ($997.68M vs $681.64M). PGRE leads profitability with a -0.1% profit margin vs -0.5%. PGRE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.53. PGRE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
CUZ
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
PGRE
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+55.9%
Fair Value
$52.40
Current Price
$27.69
$24.71 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
Strong operational efficiency at 22.1%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
4.8% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -0.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 30.5%
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, Operating Margin. 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 Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PGRE
The primary concerns for PGRE are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CUZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
CUZ is growing revenue faster at 4.8% — sustainability is the question.
PGRE generates stronger free cash flow (6M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - OFFICE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PGRE scores higher overall (55/100 vs 46/100). CUZ offers better value entry with a 55.9% 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.
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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