Piedmont Office Realty Trust Inc (PDM)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
PDM
Piedmont Office Realty Trust Inc
$8.36
+1.70%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.03B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$138.82
+2.31%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $129.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 1560% more annual revenue ($9.38B vs $564.99M). PLD leads profitability with a 39.7% profit margin vs -14.8%. PDM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 16.74. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
PDM
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+72.6%
Fair Value
$30.96
Current Price
$8.36
$22.60 discount
Margin of Safety
+47.2%
Fair Value
$268.84
Current Price
$138.82
$130.02 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.5%
Earnings expanding 65.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -5.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 0.3%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PDM
The strongest argument for PDM centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : PLD
The strongest argument for PLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.7% and operating margin at 38.5%.
Bear Case : PDM
The primary concerns for PDM are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PDM profiles as a turnaround stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
PLD is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
PDM generates stronger free cash flow (10M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 40/100), backed by strong 39.7% margins. PDM offers better value entry with a 72.6% margin of safety. 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.
Piedmont Office Realty Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - OFFICE · USA
Piedmont Office Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: PDM) is the owner, manager, developer, remodeler, and operator of high-quality Class A office properties located primarily in select submarkets within the seven major eastern US office markets. Most of your income is generated at Sunbelt.
Prologis Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Prologis, Inc. is a real estate investment trust headquartered in San Francisco, California that invests in logistics facilities, with a focus on the consumption side of the global supply chain.
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