Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
EFC
Ellington Financial Inc.
$13.55
+0.22%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.72B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$144.54
-3.54%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $139.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 2245% more annual revenue ($9.38B vs $399.87M). EFC leads profitability with a 53.4% profit margin vs 39.7%. EFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.86. EFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (B+).
EFC
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for EFC.
Margin of Safety
+42.7%
Fair Value
$254.85
Current Price
$144.54
$110.31 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 53 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 59.4%
Revenue surging 76.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 127.0% YoY
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
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EFC
The strongest argument for EFC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 53.4% and operating margin at 59.4%. Revenue growth of 76.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : EFC
The primary concerns for EFC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 9.21 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EFC profiles as a growth stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
EFC is growing revenue faster at 76.5% — sustainability is the question.
PLD generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EFC scores higher overall (80/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 53.4% margins and 76.5% revenue growth. PLD offers better value entry with a 42.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Ellington Financial Inc.
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Ellington Financial Inc., through its subsidiary, Ellington Financial Operating Partnership LLC, acquires and manages mortgage-related, consumer-related, business-related and other financial assets in the United States. The company is headquartered in Old Greenwich, Connecticut.
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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