Public Storage (PSA)vsStratus Properties Inc (STRS)
PSA
Public Storage
$309.68
+0.98%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $52.51B
STRS
Stratus Properties Inc
$27.82
-2.93%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $220.40M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 16896% more annual revenue ($4.87B vs $28.66M). STRS leads profitability with a 75.0% profit margin vs 39.1%. STRS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.19. PSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
PSA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
STRS
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
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
-67.6%
Fair Value
$17.90
Current Price
$27.82
$9.92 premium
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 75 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.1x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 24.8%
Earnings declined 74.4%
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 : STRS
The strongest argument for STRS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 75.0% and operating margin at -197.7%. PEG of 1.19 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : STRS
The primary concerns for STRS are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PSA profiles as a value stock while STRS is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
STRS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — 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
PSA scores higher overall (62/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 39.1% 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.
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 · REAL ESTATE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Stratus Properties Inc., a real estate company, engages in the acquisition, licensing, development, management and sale of commercial residential and multi-family and single-family real estate primarily in Texas. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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