Prologis Inc (PLD)vsTranscontinental Realty Investors (TCI)
PLD
Prologis Inc
$142.02
+2.31%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $129.41B
TCI
Transcontinental Realty Investors
$35.42
-4.84%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $325.18M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 19012% more annual revenue ($9.38B vs $49.06M). PLD leads profitability with a 39.7% profit margin vs 28.1%. TCI trades at a lower P/E of 23.5x. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
TCI
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+47.2%
Fair Value
$268.84
Current Price
$142.02
$126.82 discount
Margin of Safety
-40.3%
Fair Value
$38.90
Current Price
$35.42
$3.48 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 11134.0% YoY
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
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
3.3% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.7% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : TCI
The strongest argument for TCI centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.1% and operating margin at -28.9%.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TCI
The primary concerns for TCI are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PLD profiles as a mature stock while TCI is a value 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.
TCI generates stronger free cash flow (-12M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 39.7% margins. 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.
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.
Transcontinental Realty Investors
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
Transcontinental Realty Investors, Inc., a Dallas-based real estate investment company, has a diverse portfolio of capital real estate located throughout the United States, including apartments, office buildings, shopping centers, and urbanized and undeveloped land.
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