CTO Realty Growth Inc (CTO)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
CTO
CTO Realty Growth Inc
$20.71
-0.62%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $776.32M
PLD
Prologis Inc
$135.75
+1.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $131.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 5895% more annual revenue ($9.66B vs $161.10M). PLD leads profitability with a 43.6% profit margin vs 32.6%. CTO trades at a lower P/E of 15.0x. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
CTO
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
PLD
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+87.2%
Fair Value
$144.13
Current Price
$20.71
$123.42 discount
Margin of Safety
+46.3%
Fair Value
$252.77
Current Price
$135.75
$117.02 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 1200.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 25.4%
16.5% revenue growth
Keeps 44 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.0%
Earnings expanding 85.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.8% — 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, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.6% and operating margin at 25.4%. Revenue growth of 16.5% 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 43.6% and operating margin at 43.0%. Revenue growth of 12.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CTO
The primary concerns for CTO are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
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 growth stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
CTO is growing revenue faster at 16.5% — sustainability is the question.
PLD generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (65/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 43.6% margins and 12.3% revenue growth. CTO offers better value entry with a 87.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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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