First Industrial Realty Trust Inc (FR)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
FR
First Industrial Realty Trust Inc
$61.38
+0.99%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $8.33B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$235.62
-0.04%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $169.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 1579% more annual revenue ($12.76B vs $760.37M). FR leads profitability with a 47.9% profit margin vs 12.1%. WELL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.62. FR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
FR
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
WELL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-37.3%
Fair Value
$43.24
Current Price
$61.38
$18.14 premium
Margin of Safety
-87.0%
Fair Value
$125.97
Current Price
$235.62
$109.65 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 48 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.1%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 39.3% YoY
Revenue surging 39.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 35.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : FR
The strongest argument for FR centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 47.9% and operating margin at 45.1%.
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 : FR
The primary concerns for FR are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 105.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FR profiles as a mature stock while WELL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — 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
FR scores higher overall (64/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 47.9% margins. 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.
First Industrial Realty Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FR) is a leading fully integrated industrial real estate owner, operator, and developer with a history of providing industry-leading customer service to multinational corporations and regional clients.
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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