Cousins Properties Incorporated (CUZ)vsEerly Govt Ppty Inc (DEA)
CUZ
Cousins Properties Incorporated
$28.19
+0.89%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.59B
DEA
Eerly Govt Ppty Inc
$23.89
-0.08%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cousins Properties Incorporated generates 182% more annual revenue ($1.03B vs $363.53M). DEA leads profitability with a 2.8% profit margin vs 0.6%. DEA trades at a lower P/E of 126.2x. CUZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CUZ
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
DEA
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+56.3%
Fair Value
$52.89
Current Price
$28.19
$24.70 discount
Margin of Safety
+61.0%
Fair Value
$61.98
Current Price
$23.89
$38.09 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 84.4% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 24.2%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.1%
Areas to Watch
0.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of -0.1% — below average capital efficiency
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.8% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CUZ
The strongest argument for CUZ centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 11.6% demonstrates continued momentum. 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.
Bear Case : CUZ
The primary concerns for CUZ are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 697.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : DEA
The primary concerns for DEA are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 126.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CUZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
CUZ is growing revenue faster at 11.6% — sustainability is the question.
CUZ generates stronger free cash flow (83M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
CUZ scores higher overall (63/100 vs 46/100) and 11.6% revenue growth. DEA offers better value entry with a 61.0% 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.
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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