Ventas Inc (VTR)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
VTR
Ventas Inc
$82.50
-3.57%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $41.80B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$195.94
-4.93%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $148.73B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 86% more annual revenue ($10.84B vs $5.82B). WELL leads profitability with a 8.6% profit margin vs 4.3%. VTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.74. VTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
VTR
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
WELL
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-578.5%
Fair Value
$12.63
Current Price
$82.50
$69.87 premium
Margin of Safety
-2038.7%
Fair Value
$9.72
Current Price
$195.94
$186.22 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 20.3%
Revenue surging 21.4% year-over-year
Revenue surging 41.3% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 2.2% — below average capital efficiency
4.3% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 2.5% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 26.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : VTR
The strongest argument for VTR centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 41.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : VTR
The primary concerns for VTR are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 160.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 149.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VTR profiles as a growth stock while WELL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WELL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.81 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 41.3% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (647M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VTR scores higher overall (55/100 vs 39/100) and 21.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Ventas Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Ventas, Inc. is a real estate investment trust specializing in the ownership and management of health care facilities in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.
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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