Public Storage (PSA)vsTPG RE Finance Trust Inc (TRTX)
PSA
Public Storage
$302.45
+2.84%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $53.09B
TRTX
TPG RE Finance Trust Inc
$8.46
+1.81%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $661.31M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 3584% more annual revenue ($4.87B vs $132.24M). TRTX leads profitability with a 45.6% profit margin vs 39.1%. TRTX trades at a lower P/E of 14.8x. PSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
PSA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
TRTX
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+6.9%
Fair Value
$315.77
Current Price
$302.45
$13.32 discount
Margin of Safety
+23.0%
Fair Value
$11.69
Current Price
$8.46
$3.23 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 20 in profit
Earnings expanding 32.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 46 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.8x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 21.1%
Earnings declined 97.2%
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 : TRTX
The strongest argument for TRTX centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 45.6% and operating margin at 17.1%.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : TRTX
The primary concerns for TRTX are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PSA profiles as a value stock while TRTX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRTX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — expect wider price swings.
PSA is growing revenue faster at 3.2% — sustainability is the question.
PSA generates stronger free cash flow (695M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PSA scores higher overall (62/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 39.1% margins. TRTX offers better value entry with a 23.0% 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.
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).
Visit Website →TPG RE Finance Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
TPG RE Finance Trust, Inc., a commercial real estate finance company, originates, acquires and manages commercial mortgage loans and other commercial real estate-related debt instruments in North America. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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