Regency Centers Corporation (REG)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
REG
Regency Centers Corporation
$78.67
+1.36%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $15.01B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$211.45
+1.82%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $150.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 613% more annual revenue ($11.77B vs $1.65B). REG leads profitability with a 33.1% profit margin vs 12.0%. REG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.70. REG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
REG
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
WELL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+44.0%
Fair Value
$136.47
Current Price
$78.67
$57.80 discount
Margin of Safety
-77.6%
Fair Value
$116.37
Current Price
$211.45
$95.08 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.7%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 38.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 157.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 3.2% — 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 33.1% and operating margin at 40.7%.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 38.3% 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 103.3x 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 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 38.3% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (282M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
REG scores higher overall (63/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 33.1% 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.
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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