Elme Communities (ELME)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
ELME
Elme Communities
$1.73
+1.76%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $154.61M
WELL
Welltower Inc
$231.22
-0.96%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $165.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 5054% more annual revenue ($12.76B vs $247.63M). WELL leads profitability with a 12.1% profit margin vs -74.7%. WELL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.62. WELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ELME
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
WELL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+88.7%
Fair Value
$19.66
Current Price
$1.73
$17.93 discount
Margin of Safety
-84.9%
Fair Value
$126.32
Current Price
$231.22
$104.90 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 39.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 35.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
1.7% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
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 : ELME
The strongest argument for ELME centers on Price/Book.
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 : ELME
The primary concerns for ELME are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 104.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ELME profiles as a turnaround stock while WELL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ELME carries more volatility with a beta of 0.80 — 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.
Bottom Line
WELL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 41/100) and 39.1% revenue growth. ELME offers better value entry with a 88.7% 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.
Elme Communities
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Elme Communities owns and operates real estate assets in a unique position in the Washington metropolitan area.
Welltower Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Welltower Inc. is a real estate investment trust that invests in healthcare infrastructure.
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