Chimera Investment Corporation (CIM)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
CIM
Chimera Investment Corporation
$13.24
-0.30%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.13B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$144.54
+1.05%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $130.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 4263% more annual revenue ($9.38B vs $214.90M). PLD leads profitability with a 39.7% profit margin vs 9.0%. CIM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.33. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CIM
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+64.6%
Fair Value
$37.00
Current Price
$13.24
$23.76 discount
Margin of Safety
+43.3%
Fair Value
$254.85
Current Price
$144.54
$110.31 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 76.6%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CIM
The strongest argument for CIM centers on Price/Book.
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, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 5.17 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CIM profiles as a value stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CIM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
PLD is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
PLD generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 34/100), backed by strong 39.7% margins. CIM offers better value entry with a 64.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
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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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