Equity Residential (EQR)vsCorporación Inmobiliaria Vesta, S.A.B de C.V. (VTMX)
EQR
Equity Residential
$63.66
-3.50%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $25.50B
VTMX
Corporación Inmobiliaria Vesta, S.A.B de C.V.
$33.58
+0.06%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Equity Residential generates 929% more annual revenue ($3.13B vs $304.25M). VTMX leads profitability with a 132.2% profit margin vs 28.0%. VTMX trades at a lower P/E of 7.3x. VTMX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
EQR
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
VTMX
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-8.6%
Fair Value
$59.55
Current Price
$63.66
$4.11 premium
Margin of Safety
-63.5%
Fair Value
$20.17
Current Price
$33.58
$13.41 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.9%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 132 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 74.7%
Earnings expanding 237.8% YoY
16.8% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
2.1% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 39.9%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EQR
The strongest argument for EQR centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.0% and operating margin at 27.9%.
Bull Case : VTMX
The strongest argument for VTMX centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 132.2% and operating margin at 74.7%. Revenue growth of 16.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EQR
The primary concerns for EQR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VTMX
The primary concerns for VTMX are Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EQR profiles as a value stock while VTMX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EQR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
VTMX is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
EQR generates stronger free cash flow (184M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VTMX scores higher overall (60/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 132.2% margins and 16.8% 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.
Equity Residential
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Equity Residential is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that invests in apartments.
Corporación Inmobiliaria Vesta, S.A.B de C.V.
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Corporacin Inmobiliaria Vesta, S.A.B. de C.V., acquires, develops, manages, operates, and leases industrial buildings and distribution centers in Mexico. The company is headquartered in Mexico City, Mexico.
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