Realty Income Corporation (O)vsSBA Communications Corp (SBAC)
O
Realty Income Corporation
$61.92
+0.21%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $57.62B
SBAC
SBA Communications Corp
$218.17
-0.21%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $23.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Realty Income Corporation generates 102% more annual revenue ($5.76B vs $2.85B). SBAC leads profitability with a 35.7% profit margin vs 18.4%. O appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.68. O earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
O
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
SBAC
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+1.8%
Fair Value
$65.67
Current Price
$61.92
$3.75 discount
Margin of Safety
+13.3%
Fair Value
$220.22
Current Price
$218.17
$2.05 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 47.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 41.2% YoY
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.4%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 14.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : O
The strongest argument for O centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.4% and operating margin at 47.0%. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SBAC
The strongest argument for SBAC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.7% and operating margin at 52.4%.
Bear Case : O
The primary concerns for O are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 50.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SBAC
The primary concerns for SBAC are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SBAC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
O is growing revenue faster at 11.0% — sustainability is the question.
O generates stronger free cash flow (848M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
O scores higher overall (64/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 18.4% margins and 11.0% revenue growth. 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.
Realty Income Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Realty Income Corporation is a real estate investment trust that invests in free-standing, single-tenant commercial properties in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom that are subject to NNN Leases. The company is organized in Maryland with its headquarters in San Diego, California.
SBA Communications Corp
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
SBA Communications Corporation is a real estate investment trust which owns and operates wireless infrastructure in the United States, Canada, Central America, South America, and South Africa.
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