Cousins Properties Incorporated (CUZ)vsHudson Pacific Properties Inc (HPP)
CUZ
Cousins Properties Incorporated
$28.27
+1.18%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.59B
HPP
Hudson Pacific Properties Inc
$11.42
-0.17%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cousins Properties Incorporated generates 26% more annual revenue ($1.03B vs $812.79M). CUZ leads profitability with a 0.6% profit margin vs -67.9%. CUZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.31. CUZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CUZ
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
HPP
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+56.3%
Fair Value
$52.89
Current Price
$28.27
$24.62 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for HPP.
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
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
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -19.8% — below average capital efficiency
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 : HPP
The strongest argument for HPP centers on Price/Book.
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 : HPP
The primary concerns for HPP are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CUZ profiles as a value stock while HPP is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
HPP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.91 — 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.
Bottom Line
CUZ scores higher overall (63/100 vs 36/100) and 11.6% 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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