Community Healthcare Trust Inc (CHCT)vsCareTrust REIT Inc. (CTRE)
CHCT
Community Healthcare Trust Inc
$14.61
-0.21%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $428.38M
CTRE
CareTrust REIT Inc.
$38.62
-0.52%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $9.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CareTrust REIT Inc. generates 358% more annual revenue ($571.43M vs $124.78M). CTRE leads profitability with a 62.2% profit margin vs 16.8%. CHCT trades at a lower P/E of 22.3x. CHCT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CHCT
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
CTRE
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+66.0%
Fair Value
$52.75
Current Price
$14.61
$38.14 discount
Margin of Safety
+34.5%
Fair Value
$60.16
Current Price
$38.62
$21.54 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 31.2%
Earnings expanding 119.1% YoY
Keeps 62 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 57.8%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.1% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
3.2% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CHCT
The strongest argument for CHCT centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.8% and operating margin at 31.2%.
Bull Case : CTRE
The strongest argument for CTRE centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 62.2% and operating margin at 57.8%. PEG of 1.26 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CHCT
The primary concerns for CHCT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : CTRE
The primary concerns for CTRE are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CHCT profiles as a mature stock while CTRE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CTRE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.79 — expect wider price swings.
CHCT is growing revenue faster at 7.4% — sustainability is the question.
CTRE generates stronger free cash flow (130M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CHCT scores higher overall (62/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 16.8% margins. CTRE offers better value entry with a 34.5% 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.
Community Healthcare Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Community Healthcare Trust Incorporated is a real estate investment trust that focuses on owning income-generating real estate primarily associated with the provision of outpatient healthcare services in our target submarkets across the United States.
CareTrust REIT Inc.
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
CareTrust REIT, Inc. is a publicly traded, self-managed real estate investment trust engaged in the ownership, acquisition, development, and leasing of skilled nursing, senior housing, and other healthcare-related properties.
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