Chatham Lodging Trust REIT (CLDT)vsSunstone Hotel Investors Inc (SHO)
CLDT
Chatham Lodging Trust REIT
$11.44
+1.24%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $554.61M
SHO
Sunstone Hotel Investors Inc
$11.48
-0.17%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sunstone Hotel Investors Inc generates 237% more annual revenue ($985.77M vs $292.87M). SHO leads profitability with a 3.8% profit margin vs 3.1%. CLDT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.28. SHO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
CLDT
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
SHO
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+77.3%
Fair Value
$33.70
Current Price
$11.44
$22.26 discount
Margin of Safety
+35.1%
Fair Value
$14.30
Current Price
$11.48
$2.82 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 1170.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.3% — below average capital efficiency
3.1% margin — thin
ROE of 2.0% — below average capital efficiency
3.8% 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.
Bull Case : SHO
The strongest argument for SHO centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CLDT
The primary concerns for CLDT are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 565.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% 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 98.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLDT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
SHO is growing revenue faster at 11.0% — sustainability is the question.
SHO generates stronger free cash flow (14M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SHO scores higher overall (55/100 vs 42/100) and 11.0% revenue growth. CLDT offers better value entry with a 77.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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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