Highwoods Properties Inc (HIW)vsVornado Realty Trust (VNO)
HIW
Highwoods Properties Inc
$21.12
+0.28%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.36B
VNO
Vornado Realty Trust
$25.98
-0.54%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $5.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vornado Realty Trust generates 131% more annual revenue ($1.86B vs $808.48M). VNO leads profitability with a 48.5% profit margin vs 19.7%. VNO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 7.37. VNO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
HIW
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
VNO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-136.8%
Fair Value
$9.86
Current Price
$21.12
$11.26 premium
Margin of Safety
+84.6%
Fair Value
$196.56
Current Price
$25.98
$170.58 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 26.2%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 49 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.7% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.6%
Earnings declined 13.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 8.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HIW
The strongest argument for HIW centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.7% and operating margin at 26.2%.
Bull Case : VNO
The strongest argument for VNO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 48.5% and operating margin at 13.6%.
Bear Case : HIW
The primary concerns for HIW are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : VNO
The primary concerns for VNO are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VNO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — expect wider price swings.
HIW is growing revenue faster at -1.6% — sustainability is the question.
HIW generates stronger free cash flow (42M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - OFFICE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
VNO scores higher overall (61/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 48.5% 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.
Highwoods Properties Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - OFFICE · USA
Highwoods Properties, Inc., based in Raleigh, is a publicly traded (NYSE: HIW) real estate investment trust (?
Vornado Realty Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - OFFICE · USA
Vornado Realty Trust is a real estate investment trust formed in Maryland, with its primary office in New York City. The company invests in office buildings and street retail in Manhattan.
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