Broadstone Net Lease Inc (BNL)vsCTO Realty Growth Inc (CTO)
BNL
Broadstone Net Lease Inc
$20.58
+1.78%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.22B
CTO
CTO Realty Growth Inc
$20.52
+2.24%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $678.04M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Broadstone Net Lease Inc generates 201% more annual revenue ($466.85M vs $154.91M). BNL leads profitability with a 27.0% profit margin vs 9.1%. BNL trades at a lower P/E of 32.4x. BNL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
BNL
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
CTO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-31.6%
Fair Value
$14.80
Current Price
$20.58
$5.78 premium
Margin of Safety
+88.3%
Fair Value
$158.54
Current Price
$20.52
$138.02 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 52.2%
Earnings expanding 175.2% YoY
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 1200.0% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 25.0%
15.0% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 4.4% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.5% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BNL
The strongest argument for BNL centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.0% and operating margin at 52.2%. Revenue growth of 11.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CTO
The strongest argument for CTO centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 15.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BNL
The primary concerns for BNL are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : CTO
The primary concerns for CTO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 100.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BNL profiles as a mature stock while CTO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BNL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
CTO is growing revenue faster at 15.0% — sustainability is the question.
BNL generates stronger free cash flow (75M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BNL scores higher overall (62/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 27.0% margins and 11.7% revenue growth. CTO offers better value entry with a 88.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "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.
Broadstone Net Lease Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - DIVERSIFIED · USA
BNL is an internally managed REIT that primarily acquires, owns and manages single-tenant commercial real estate that is rented out on a long-term basis to a diversified group of tenants.
CTO Realty Growth Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - DIVERSIFIED · USA
CTO Realty Growth, Inc. is a Florida-based publicly traded real estate company owning approximately 2 income properties.
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