Prologis Inc (PLD)vsW P Carey Inc (WPC)
PLD
Prologis Inc
$144.54
-0.15%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $130.91B
WPC
W P Carey Inc
$74.49
+0.69%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $17.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 438% more annual revenue ($9.38B vs $1.74B). PLD leads profitability with a 39.7% profit margin vs 29.7%. WPC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. WPC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
WPC
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.3%
Fair Value
$254.85
Current Price
$144.54
$110.31 discount
Margin of Safety
+52.0%
Fair Value
$150.55
Current Price
$74.49
$76.06 discount
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
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 54.8%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 40.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 : WPC
The strongest argument for WPC centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.7% and operating margin at 54.8%. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WPC
The primary concerns for WPC are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
WPC is growing revenue faster at 8.9% — sustainability is the question.
PLD generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WPC scores higher overall (69/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 29.7% margins. PLD offers better value entry with a 43.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
W P Carey Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - DIVERSIFIED · USA
WP Carey is among the largest net-lease REITs with an enterprise value of approximately $ 18 billion and a diversified portfolio of operationally critical commercial real estate that includes 1,215 net-lease properties covering approximately 142 million square feet as of March 30. September 2020.
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