CareTrust REIT Inc. (CTRE)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
CTRE
CareTrust REIT Inc.
$36.10
-8.03%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $8.96B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$195.94
-4.93%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $148.73B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 2175% more annual revenue ($10.84B vs $476.39M). CTRE leads profitability with a 67.3% profit margin vs 8.6%. CTRE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.26. CTRE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
CTRE
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
WELL
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+46.4%
Fair Value
$73.48
Current Price
$36.10
$37.38 discount
Margin of Safety
-2038.7%
Fair Value
$9.72
Current Price
$195.94
$186.22 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 67 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 67.1%
Revenue surging 55.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 77.1% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 41.3% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
ROE of 2.5% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 26.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CTRE
The strongest argument for CTRE centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 67.3% and operating margin at 67.1%. Revenue growth of 55.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 41.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CTRE
The primary concerns for CTRE are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 149.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CTRE profiles as a growth stock while WELL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WELL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.81 — expect wider price swings.
CTRE is growing revenue faster at 55.1% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (647M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CTRE scores higher overall (74/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 67.3% margins and 55.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
CareTrust REIT Inc.
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
CareTrust REIT, Inc. is a publicly traded, self-managed real estate investment trust engaged in the ownership, acquisition, development, and leasing of skilled nursing, senior housing, and other healthcare-related properties.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Welltower Inc. is a real estate investment trust that invests in healthcare infrastructure.
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