Crown Castle (CCI)vsEPR Properties (EPR)
CCI
Crown Castle
$90.57
-0.55%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $39.74B
EPR
EPR Properties
$58.28
+0.69%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Crown Castle generates 490% more annual revenue ($4.21B vs $713.96M). EPR leads profitability with a 38.5% profit margin vs 25.1%. CCI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.45. EPR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
CCI
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
EPR
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-13.1%
Fair Value
$76.11
Current Price
$90.57
$14.46 premium
Margin of Safety
+49.8%
Fair Value
$114.41
Current Price
$58.28
$56.13 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 47.7%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.9%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 49.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -206.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.8%
3.9% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CCI
The strongest argument for CCI centers on Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.1% and operating margin at 47.7%. PEG of 1.45 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : EPR
The strongest argument for EPR centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 38.5% and operating margin at 52.9%.
Bear Case : CCI
The primary concerns for CCI are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : EPR
The primary concerns for EPR are Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CCI profiles as a declining stock while EPR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EPR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
EPR is growing revenue faster at 3.9% — sustainability is the question.
CCI generates stronger free cash flow (452M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EPR scores higher overall (69/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 38.5% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
Crown Castle
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
Crown Castle is a real estate investment trust and provider of shared communications infrastructure in the United States. Its network includes over 40,000 cell towers and nearly 80,000 route miles of fiber supporting small cells and fiber solutions. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company has 100 offices nationwide.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
EPR Properties is a leading experiential net lease real estate investment trust (REIT), specializing in select and durable experimental properties in the real estate industry.
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