Extra Space Storage Inc (EXR)vsPennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust (PMT)
EXR
Extra Space Storage Inc
$143.30
+0.02%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $31.33B
PMT
PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust
$11.00
-0.72%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $966.20M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Extra Space Storage Inc generates 358% more annual revenue ($3.48B vs $758.84M). EXR leads profitability with a 27.1% profit margin vs 18.8%. PMT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.76. PMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
EXR
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
PMT
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+4.9%
Fair Value
$149.89
Current Price
$143.30
$6.59 discount
Margin of Safety
+82.9%
Fair Value
$72.35
Current Price
$11.00
$61.35 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 44.0%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 32.7%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.8% revenue growth
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 56.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EXR
The strongest argument for EXR centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.1% and operating margin at 44.0%.
Bull Case : PMT
The strongest argument for PMT centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.8% and operating margin at 32.7%. PEG of 0.76 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EXR
The primary concerns for EXR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PMT
The primary concerns for PMT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 10.12 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EXR profiles as a value stock while PMT is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
EXR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
EXR is growing revenue faster at 3.8% — sustainability is the question.
EXR generates stronger free cash flow (386M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PMT scores higher overall (69/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 18.8% margins. 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.
Extra Space Storage Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Extra Space Storage is a real estate investment trust headquartered in Cottonwood Heights, Utah that invests in self storage units.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust, a specialty finance company, invests primarily in mortgage-related assets in the United States. The company is headquartered in Westlake Village, California.
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