LTC Properties Inc (LTC)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
LTC
LTC Properties Inc
$36.05
+3.41%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.91B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$200.84
+1.69%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $137.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 3809% more annual revenue ($11.77B vs $301.03M). LTC leads profitability with a 40.2% profit margin vs 12.0%. WELL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.62. WELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
LTC
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
WELL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+46.7%
Fair Value
$73.90
Current Price
$36.05
$37.85 discount
Margin of Safety
-78.3%
Fair Value
$116.05
Current Price
$200.84
$84.79 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.9%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 38.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 157.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 19.0%
ROE of 3.2% — 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 : LTC
The strongest argument for LTC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 40.2% and operating margin at 52.9%.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 38.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LTC
The primary concerns for LTC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 94.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LTC profiles as a declining stock while WELL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WELL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 38.3% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (282M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WELL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 53/100) and 38.3% revenue growth. LTC offers better value entry with a 46.7% margin of safety. 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.
LTC Properties Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
LTC is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that invests in senior housing and healthcare properties primarily through back-lease sales, mortgage financing, joint ventures, and structured finance solutions including preferred equity and mezzanine loans. .
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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