Public Storage (PSA)vsUMH Properties Inc (UMH)
PSA
Public Storage
$296.50
+0.64%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $55.40B
UMH
UMH Properties Inc
$15.51
-0.19%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 1712% more annual revenue ($4.91B vs $271.05M). PSA leads profitability with a 41.6% profit margin vs 11.6%. UMH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.72. PSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
PSA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
UMH
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-8.4%
Fair Value
$271.04
Current Price
$296.50
$25.46 premium
Margin of Safety
+62.6%
Fair Value
$43.18
Current Price
$15.51
$27.67 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Earnings expanding 45.1% YoY
Earnings expanding 66.7% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.8x book value
3.3% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 41.6% and operating margin at 45.7%.
Bull Case : UMH
The strongest argument for UMH centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.72 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 : UMH
The primary concerns for UMH are Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 130.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UMH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
UMH is growing revenue faster at 7.7% — sustainability is the question.
PSA generates stronger free cash flow (799M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - INDUSTRIAL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PSA scores higher overall (62/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 41.6% margins. UMH offers better value entry with a 62.6% margin of safety. 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 - RESIDENTIAL · USA
UMH Properties, Inc., which was organized in 1968, is a publicly owned REIT that owns and operates 124 manufactured home communities containing approximately 23,400 developed lots.
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