Public Storage (PSA)vsVornado Realty Trust (VNO)
PSA
Public Storage
$309.68
+0.98%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $52.51B
VNO
Vornado Realty Trust
$35.21
+0.83%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $7.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 163% more annual revenue ($4.87B vs $1.85B). VNO leads profitability with a 42.9% profit margin vs 39.1%. PSA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.31. PSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
PSA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
VNO
Buy59
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
+33.5%
Fair Value
$45.49
Current Price
$35.21
$10.28 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 43 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 1263.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.1x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 2.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : VNO
The strongest argument for VNO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 42.9% and operating margin at 13.7%.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : VNO
The primary concerns for VNO are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PSA profiles as a value stock while VNO is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
VNO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — 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 59/100), backed by strong 39.1% margins. VNO offers better value entry with a 33.5% 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).
Visit Website →Vornado Realty Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - OFFICE · USA
Vornado Realty Trust is a real estate investment trust formed in Maryland, with its primary office in New York City. The company invests in office buildings and street retail in Manhattan.
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