Public Storage (PSA)vsWest Pharmaceutical Services Inc (WST)
PSA
Public Storage
$267.63
-0.12%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $47.03B
WST
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
$247.02
+0.71%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $17.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 57% more annual revenue ($4.83B vs $3.07B). PSA leads profitability with a 36.9% profit margin vs 16.1%. WST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.89. WST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
PSA
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
WST
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
-256.8%
Fair Value
$68.99
Current Price
$247.02
$178.03 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%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.6x book value
3.3% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.1% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : WST
The strongest argument for WST centers on Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 21.6%.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : WST
The primary concerns for WST are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PSA profiles as a value stock while WST is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
WST is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
PSA generates stronger free cash flow (634M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WST scores higher overall (55/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 16.1% margins. 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 →West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of injectable pharmaceutical packaging and delivery systems. The company is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania.
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