Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance Inc (ARI)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
ARI
Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance Inc
$6.50
-0.15%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $868.96M
PLD
Prologis Inc
$135.18
+1.08%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $131.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 1447% more annual revenue ($9.66B vs $624.29M). PLD leads profitability with a 43.6% profit margin vs 21.1%. ARI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.33. ARI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
ARI
Strong Buy75
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
+46.1%
Fair Value
$252.09
Current Price
$135.18
$116.91 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 91.2%
Revenue surging 525.0% year-over-year
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Earnings declined 10.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.8% — 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, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.1% and operating margin at 91.2%. Revenue growth of 525.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 Market Cap, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
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 growth stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ARI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
ARI is growing revenue faster at 525.0% — sustainability is the question.
PLD generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ARI scores higher overall (75/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 21.1% margins and 525.0% revenue growth. PLD offers better value entry with a 46.1% 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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