St Joe Company (JOE)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
JOE
St Joe Company
$64.87
-0.28%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.73B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$144.54
+1.05%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $130.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 1710% more annual revenue ($9.38B vs $518.09M). PLD leads profitability with a 39.7% profit margin vs 21.6%. JOE trades at a lower P/E of 33.6x. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
JOE
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-16.7%
Fair Value
$58.71
Current Price
$64.87
$6.16 premium
Margin of Safety
+43.3%
Fair Value
$254.85
Current Price
$144.54
$110.31 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
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
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 19.9%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JOE
The strongest argument for JOE centers on Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 18.3%.
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 : JOE
The primary concerns for JOE are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
PLD is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
PLD generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 39.7% margins. 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.
St Joe Company
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
The St. Joe Company is a real estate development, asset management and operation company in Northwest Florida, USA. The company is headquartered in Panama City Beach, Florida.
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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