Chimera Investment Corporation (CIM)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
CIM
Chimera Investment Corporation
$13.55
-1.24%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.13B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$138.82
+2.31%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $132.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 2442% more annual revenue ($9.38B vs $368.88M). CIM leads profitability with a 62.5% profit margin vs 39.7%. CIM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.33. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CIM
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+81.0%
Fair Value
$69.01
Current Price
$13.55
$55.46 discount
Margin of Safety
+48.3%
Fair Value
$268.84
Current Price
$138.82
$130.02 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 63 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.2%
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.5%
Earnings expanding 65.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 75.9%
Earnings declined 58.5%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CIM
The strongest argument for CIM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 62.5% and operating margin at 43.2%.
Bull Case : PLD
The strongest argument for PLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.7% and operating margin at 38.5%.
Bear Case : CIM
The primary concerns for CIM are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 5.08 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CIM profiles as a declining stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CIM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.83 — expect wider price swings.
PLD is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
CIM generates stronger free cash flow (-191M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 39.7% margins. CIM offers better value entry with a 81.0% 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.
Chimera Investment Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Chimera Investment Corporation is a real estate investment trust (REIT) 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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