Cousins Properties Incorporated (CUZ)vsSL Green Realty Corp (SLG)
CUZ
Cousins Properties Incorporated
$21.85
-5.21%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.67B
SLG
SL Green Realty Corp
$37.48
-5.47%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cousins Properties Incorporated generates 4% more annual revenue ($985.66M vs $946.90M). CUZ leads profitability with a 4.1% profit margin vs -9.3%. SLG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.30. CUZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
CUZ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
SLG
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1319.0%
Fair Value
$1.63
Current Price
$21.85
$20.22 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SLG.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 86 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.3%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
4.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 30.5%
ROE of -2.2% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 98.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CUZ
The strongest argument for CUZ centers on Price/Book, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 13.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.31 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SLG
The strongest argument for SLG centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.30 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 91.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SLG
The primary concerns for SLG are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CUZ profiles as a value stock while SLG is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SLG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.65 — expect wider price swings.
CUZ is growing revenue faster at 13.3% — sustainability is the question.
CUZ generates stronger free cash flow (28M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CUZ scores higher overall (58/100 vs 47/100) and 13.3% revenue growth. 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).
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