Cousins Properties Incorporated (CUZ)vsHudson Pacific Properties Inc (HPP)
CUZ
Cousins Properties Incorporated
$22.06
+0.55%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.69B
HPP
Hudson Pacific Properties Inc
$5.63
-1.57%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cousins Properties Incorporated generates 19% more annual revenue ($985.66M vs $831.04M). CUZ leads profitability with a 4.1% profit margin vs -66.4%. CUZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.31. CUZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
CUZ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
HPP
Hold49
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HPP.
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
Revenue surging 23.6% year-over-year
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
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -18.6% — below average capital efficiency
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 : HPP
The strongest argument for HPP centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.6% 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 : HPP
The primary concerns for HPP are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CUZ profiles as a value stock while HPP is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HPP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
HPP is growing revenue faster at 23.6% — sustainability is the question.
HPP generates stronger free cash flow (53M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CUZ scores higher overall (58/100 vs 49/100) 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).
Hudson Pacific Properties Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - OFFICE · USA
Hudson Pacific is a real estate investment trust with a portfolio of office and studio properties totaling nearly 19 million square feet, including development land.
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