Regency Centers Corporation (REG)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
REG
Regency Centers Corporation
$74.84
-1.89%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $14.02B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$245.01
-0.17%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $172.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 718% more annual revenue ($13.79B vs $1.69B). REG leads profitability with a 33.0% profit margin vs 12.1%. REG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.70. REG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
REG
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
WELL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.7%
Fair Value
$135.88
Current Price
$74.84
$61.04 discount
Margin of Safety
-73.7%
Fair Value
$135.10
Current Price
$245.01
$109.91 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 39.6%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 38.4% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 30.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : REG
The strongest argument for REG centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.0% and operating margin at 39.6%.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 38.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : REG
The primary concerns for REG are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 99.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
REG profiles as a mature stock while WELL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
REG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 38.4% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
REG scores higher overall (59/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 33.0% 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.
Regency Centers Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Regency Centers Corporation is a real estate investment trust based in Jacksonville, Florida and is one of the largest operators of shopping centers with grocery stores as anchor tenants.
Welltower Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Welltower Inc. is a real estate investment trust that invests in healthcare infrastructure.
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