Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance Inc (ARI)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
ARI
Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance Inc
$6.73
+0.60%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $900.92M
PLD
Prologis Inc
$147.13
-0.10%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $138.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 3497% more annual revenue ($9.66B vs $268.48M). ARI leads profitability with a 47.3% profit margin vs 43.6%. ARI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.33. ARI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
ARI
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
PLD
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ARI.
Margin of Safety
+43.2%
Fair Value
$259.71
Current Price
$147.13
$112.58 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 47 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.4%
Keeps 44 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.0%
Earnings expanding 85.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.2% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARI
The strongest argument for ARI centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 47.3% and operating margin at 41.4%. PEG of 1.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PLD
The strongest argument for PLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.6% and operating margin at 43.0%. Revenue growth of 12.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ARI
The primary concerns for ARI are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 4.50 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARI profiles as a value stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ARI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
PLD is growing revenue faster at 12.3% — sustainability is the question.
PLD generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ARI scores higher overall (66/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 47.3% margins. PLD offers better value entry with a 43.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance, Inc. is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that originates, acquires, invests, and manages commercial first mortgage loans, subordinated financings, and other real estate-related commercial debt investments in the United States. . The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Visit Website →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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