Realty Income Corporation (O)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
O
Realty Income Corporation
$62.51
+0.24%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $58.65B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$236.92
+0.39%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $166.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 115% more annual revenue ($12.76B vs $5.93B). O leads profitability with a 18.9% profit margin vs 12.1%. O appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.03. O earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
O
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
WELL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-6.1%
Fair Value
$60.79
Current Price
$62.51
$1.72 premium
Margin of Safety
-89.9%
Fair Value
$124.92
Current Price
$236.92
$112.00 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 45.5%
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 39.1% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 35.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.3% — 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 : O
The strongest argument for O centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 45.5%. Revenue growth of 12.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 39.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : O
The primary concerns for O are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 51.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 103.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
O profiles as a mature stock while WELL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WELL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.76 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 39.1% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor REIT - RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
O scores higher overall (60/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 18.9% margins and 12.0% revenue growth. 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.
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.
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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