Apple Hospitality REIT Inc (APLE)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
APLE
Apple Hospitality REIT Inc
$13.47
-0.07%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.18B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$142.02
+2.31%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $129.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 564% more annual revenue ($9.38B vs $1.41B). PLD leads profitability with a 39.7% profit margin vs 12.4%. APLE trades at a lower P/E of 18.2x. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
APLE
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+53.7%
Fair Value
$26.69
Current Price
$13.47
$13.22 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
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
0.8% earnings growth
ROE of 5.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 2.0%
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 : APLE
The strongest argument for APLE centers on Price/Book.
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 : APLE
The primary concerns for APLE are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APLE profiles as a declining 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.
APLE generates stronger free cash flow (44M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 39.7% margins. APLE offers better value entry with a 53.7% 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.
Apple Hospitality REIT Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust (?
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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