Chatham Lodging Trust REIT (CLDT)vsSunstone Hotel Investors Inc (SHO)
CLDT
Chatham Lodging Trust REIT
$12.90
-0.08%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $631.64M
SHO
Sunstone Hotel Investors Inc
$10.98
+0.09%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sunstone Hotel Investors Inc generates 234% more annual revenue ($1.00B vs $300.38M). SHO leads profitability with a 5.3% profit margin vs 4.0%. CLDT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.28. CLDT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
CLDT
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
SHO
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+77.5%
Fair Value
$33.97
Current Price
$12.90
$21.07 discount
Margin of Safety
+35.7%
Fair Value
$14.44
Current Price
$10.98
$3.46 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 90.7% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 365.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.7% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
ROE of 2.0% — below average capital efficiency
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CLDT
The strongest argument for CLDT centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : SHO
The strongest argument for SHO centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CLDT
The primary concerns for CLDT are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 161.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SHO
The primary concerns for SHO are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 50.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLDT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
CLDT is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
SHO generates stronger free cash flow (40M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CLDT scores higher overall (58/100 vs 55/100). SHO offers better value entry with a 35.7% 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.
Chatham Lodging Trust REIT
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
Chatham Lodging Trust is a publicly traded, self-listed real estate investment trust primarily focused on investing in exclusive extended stay hotels and select service hotels of premium brands.
Sunstone Hotel Investors Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. is a lodging real estate investment trust (REIT) that, as of the date of this release, has interests in 19 hotels with 9,997 rooms.
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