Cousins Properties Incorporated (CUZ)vsEerly Govt Ppty Inc (DEA)
CUZ
Cousins Properties Incorporated
$22.06
+0.55%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.69B
DEA
Eerly Govt Ppty Inc
$21.72
+0.05%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cousins Properties Incorporated generates 187% more annual revenue ($985.66M vs $342.88M). CUZ leads profitability with a 4.1% profit margin vs 3.8%. DEA trades at a lower P/E of 80.8x. CUZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
CUZ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
DEA
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1319.0%
Fair Value
$1.63
Current Price
$22.06
$20.43 premium
Margin of Safety
-1213.0%
Fair Value
$1.84
Current Price
$21.72
$19.88 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.3%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.8%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.9% — below average capital efficiency
4.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.0% — below average capital efficiency
3.8% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CUZ
The strongest argument for CUZ centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 13.3% 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. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CUZ
The primary concerns for CUZ are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 91.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.1% 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 80.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CUZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
CUZ is growing revenue faster at 13.3% — sustainability is the question.
DEA generates stronger free cash flow (42M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
CUZ scores higher overall (58/100 vs 48/100) and 13.3% revenue growth. 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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