Cousins Properties Incorporated (CUZ)vsEerly Govt Ppty Inc (DEA)
CUZ
Cousins Properties Incorporated
$27.69
-0.22%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.77B
DEA
Eerly Govt Ppty Inc
$23.90
+0.76%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cousins Properties Incorporated generates 181% more annual revenue ($997.68M vs $355.59M). DEA leads profitability with a 3.2% profit margin vs -0.5%. DEA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
CUZ
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
DEA
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+55.9%
Fair Value
$52.40
Current Price
$27.69
$24.71 discount
Margin of Safety
+61.9%
Fair Value
$63.33
Current Price
$23.90
$39.43 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.1%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.2%
15.8% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
4.8% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -0.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 30.5%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.9% — below average capital efficiency
3.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CUZ
The strongest argument for CUZ centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 1.31 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : DEA
The strongest argument for DEA centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CUZ
The primary concerns for CUZ are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : DEA
The primary concerns for DEA are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 107.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CUZ profiles as a turnaround stock while DEA is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CUZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
DEA is growing revenue faster at 15.8% — sustainability is the question.
DEA generates stronger free cash flow (27M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DEA scores higher overall (48/100 vs 46/100) and 15.8% revenue growth. CUZ offers better value entry with a 55.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Cousins Properties Incorporated
REAL ESTATE · REIT - OFFICE · USA
Cousins Properties is a fully integrated, self-managed and self-managed Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT).
Eerly Govt Ppty Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - OFFICE · USA
Easterly Government Properties, Inc. (NYSE: DEA) is headquartered in Washington, DC and focuses primarily on the acquisition, development, and management of Class A commercial properties that are leased to the US government.
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