Cousins Properties Incorporated (CUZ)vsEmpire State Realty OP LP (OGCP)
CUZ
Cousins Properties Incorporated
$29.50
-0.47%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.87B
OGCP
Empire State Realty OP LP
$5.06
0.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.35B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cousins Properties Incorporated generates 32% more annual revenue ($1.04B vs $782.82M). CUZ leads profitability with a 1.4% profit margin vs 1.2%. OGCP trades at a lower P/E of 241.0x. CUZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CUZ
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
OGCP
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+56.2%
Fair Value
$52.79
Current Price
$29.50
$23.29 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for OGCP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 101.4% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 24.9%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
4.8% revenue growth
1.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.2% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.7% — below average capital efficiency
1.2% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CUZ
The strongest argument for CUZ centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. PEG of 1.31 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : OGCP
The strongest argument for OGCP centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : CUZ
The primary concerns for CUZ are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 328.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : OGCP
The primary concerns for OGCP are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 241.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OGCP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.46 — expect wider price swings.
CUZ is growing revenue faster at 4.8% — sustainability is the question.
CUZ generates stronger free cash flow (46M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - OFFICE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CUZ scores higher overall (59/100 vs 39/100). 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).
Empire State Realty OP LP
REAL ESTATE · REIT - OFFICE · USA
Empire State Realty OP, L.P. is a subsidiary of Empire State Realty Trust, Inc.
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