Lamar Advertising Company (LAMR)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
LAMR
Lamar Advertising Company
$155.99
-0.83%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $15.75B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$245.01
-0.17%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $172.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 493% more annual revenue ($13.79B vs $2.33B). LAMR leads profitability with a 23.9% profit margin vs 12.1%. LAMR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.20. LAMR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
LAMR
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
WELL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-46.9%
Fair Value
$90.30
Current Price
$155.99
$65.69 premium
Margin of Safety
-73.7%
Fair Value
$135.10
Current Price
$245.01
$109.91 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 56 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 38.4% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 30.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 16.1x book value
3.9% earnings growth
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 : LAMR
The strongest argument for LAMR centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.9% and operating margin at 33.3%.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 38.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LAMR
The primary concerns for LAMR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 5.00 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 99.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LAMR profiles as a mature stock while WELL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LAMR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.23 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 38.4% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LAMR scores higher overall (62/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 23.9% 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.
Lamar Advertising Company
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
Founded in 1902, Lamar Advertising (Nasdaq: LAMR) is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in North America, with more than 357,500 displays in the United States and Canada.
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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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