Public Storage (PSA)vsW. R. Berkley Corp (WRB)
PSA
Public Storage
$267.63
-0.12%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $47.03B
WRB
W. R. Berkley Corp
$64.49
-0.83%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $24.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
W. R. Berkley Corp generates 204% more annual revenue ($14.71B vs $4.83B). PSA leads profitability with a 36.9% profit margin vs 12.1%. PSA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 9.87. WRB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
PSA
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
WRB
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-380.1%
Fair Value
$61.20
Current Price
$267.63
$206.43 premium
Margin of Safety
-136.4%
Fair Value
$30.26
Current Price
$64.49
$34.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.2%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.6x book value
3.3% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.5% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 21.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PSA
The strongest argument for PSA centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.9% and operating margin at 46.2%.
Bull Case : WRB
The strongest argument for WRB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : WRB
The primary concerns for WRB are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PSA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
PSA is growing revenue faster at 3.3% — sustainability is the question.
WRB generates stronger free cash flow (896M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WRB scores higher overall (55/100 vs 50/100). 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 →W. R. Berkley Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
W. R. Berkley Corporation is a commercial lines property & casualty insurance holding company organized in Delaware and based in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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