Public Storage (PSA)vsRexford Industrial Realty Inc (REXR)
PSA
Public Storage
$309.68
+0.98%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $52.51B
REXR
Rexford Industrial Realty Inc
$34.07
-0.44%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $8.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 389% more annual revenue ($4.87B vs $995.92M). PSA leads profitability with a 39.1% profit margin vs 23.3%. REXR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.88. REXR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
PSA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
REXR
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-2.6%
Fair Value
$286.49
Current Price
$309.68
$23.19 premium
Margin of Safety
+71.5%
Fair Value
$131.72
Current Price
$34.07
$97.65 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Earnings expanding 32.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 41.5%
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 28.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.1x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 2.8% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PSA
The strongest argument for PSA centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.1% and operating margin at 46.0%.
Bull Case : REXR
The strongest argument for REXR centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.3% and operating margin at 41.5%.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : REXR
The primary concerns for REXR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PSA profiles as a value stock while REXR is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
REXR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
PSA is growing revenue faster at 3.2% — sustainability is the question.
PSA generates stronger free cash flow (625M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
REXR scores higher overall (63/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 23.3% margins. 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.
Public Storage
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Public Storage is an American international self storage company headquartered in Glendale, California, that is run as a real estate investment trust (REIT).
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Rexford Industrial, a real estate investment trust that focuses on owning and operating industrial properties in the infill markets of Southern California, owns 232 properties with approximately 27.
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