Kimco Realty Corporation (KIM)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
KIM
Kimco Realty Corporation
$22.41
-0.66%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $15.28B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$196.73
+0.06%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $137.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 406% more annual revenue ($10.84B vs $2.14B). KIM leads profitability with a 27.3% profit margin vs 8.6%. KIM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.37. KIM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
KIM
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
WELL
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-294.1%
Fair Value
$5.58
Current Price
$22.41
$16.83 premium
Margin of Safety
-2052.0%
Fair Value
$9.66
Current Price
$196.73
$187.07 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 33.0%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 41.3% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
3.2% revenue growth
ROE of 5.5% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 2.5% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 26.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KIM
The strongest argument for KIM centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.3% and operating margin at 33.0%.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 41.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KIM
The primary concerns for KIM are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 138.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KIM profiles as a value stock while WELL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KIM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 41.3% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (647M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KIM scores higher overall (56/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 27.3% 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.
Kimco Realty Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Kimco Realty Corporation is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that invests in shopping centers.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Welltower Inc. is a real estate investment trust that invests in healthcare infrastructure.
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