Ares Commercial Real Estate (ACRE)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
ACRE
Ares Commercial Real Estate
$5.18
-3.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $286.81M
PLD
Prologis Inc
$142.02
+2.31%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $129.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 12801% more annual revenue ($9.38B vs $72.68M). PLD leads profitability with a 39.7% profit margin vs -1.2%. ACRE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.57. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ACRE
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+87.7%
Fair Value
$45.34
Current Price
$5.18
$40.16 discount
Margin of Safety
+47.2%
Fair Value
$268.84
Current Price
$142.02
$126.82 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 1598.0% YoY
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.5%
Earnings expanding 65.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -0.2% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 81.7%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACRE
The strongest argument for ACRE centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : PLD
The strongest argument for PLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.7% and operating margin at 38.5%.
Bear Case : ACRE
The primary concerns for ACRE are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.06 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACRE profiles as a turnaround stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
PLD is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
ACRE generates stronger free cash flow (4M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 39.7% margins. ACRE offers better value entry with a 87.7% margin of safety. 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.
Ares Commercial Real Estate
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Ares Commercial Real Estate Corporation, a specialized finance company, originates and invests in commercial real estate loans (CRE) and related investments in the United States. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Prologis Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Prologis, Inc. is a real estate investment trust headquartered in San Francisco, California that invests in logistics facilities, with a focus on the consumption side of the global supply chain.
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