Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc (EPRT)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
EPRT
Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc
$31.16
-0.61%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.76B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$142.02
+2.31%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $129.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 1487% more annual revenue ($9.38B vs $590.66M). EPRT leads profitability with a 43.5% profit margin vs 39.7%. EPRT trades at a lower P/E of 24.5x. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
EPRT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+37.0%
Fair Value
$50.10
Current Price
$31.16
$18.94 discount
Margin of Safety
+47.2%
Fair Value
$268.84
Current Price
$142.02
$126.82 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 44 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 63.7%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 22.8% year-over-year
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
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 4.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPRT
The strongest argument for EPRT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.5% and operating margin at 63.7%. Revenue growth of 22.8% 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 : EPRT
The primary concerns for EPRT are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPRT profiles as a growth stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
EPRT is growing revenue faster at 22.8% — sustainability is the question.
EPRT generates stronger free cash flow (-211M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 39.7% margins. EPRT offers better value entry with a 37.0% 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.
Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc., a real estate company, acquires, owns and manages single-tenant properties in the United States. The company is headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey.
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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