CTO Realty Growth Inc (CTO)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
CTO
CTO Realty Growth Inc
$20.52
+2.24%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $678.04M
PLD
Prologis Inc
$144.54
+1.05%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $130.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 5953% more annual revenue ($9.38B vs $154.91M). PLD leads profitability with a 39.7% profit margin vs 9.1%. PLD trades at a lower P/E of 35.4x. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CTO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+88.3%
Fair Value
$158.54
Current Price
$20.52
$138.02 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
Earnings expanding 1200.0% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 25.0%
15.0% revenue growth
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 2.5% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : CTO
The strongest argument for CTO centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 15.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : CTO
The primary concerns for CTO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 100.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CTO profiles as a value stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
CTO is growing revenue faster at 15.0% — 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 54/100), backed by strong 39.7% margins. CTO offers better value entry with a 88.3% 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.
CTO Realty Growth Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - DIVERSIFIED · USA
CTO Realty Growth, Inc. is a Florida-based publicly traded real estate company owning approximately 2 income properties.
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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