Cousins Properties Incorporated (CUZ)vsPiedmont Office Realty Trust Inc (PDM)
CUZ
Cousins Properties Incorporated
$27.69
-0.22%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.77B
PDM
Piedmont Office Realty Trust Inc
$8.84
-0.90%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cousins Properties Incorporated generates 76% more annual revenue ($997.68M vs $565.60M). CUZ leads profitability with a -0.5% profit margin vs -15.3%. CUZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.31. CUZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 46/100 (D+).
CUZ
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
PDM
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+55.9%
Fair Value
$52.40
Current Price
$27.69
$24.71 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PDM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.1%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
4.8% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -0.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 30.5%
0.4% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CUZ
The strongest argument for CUZ centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 1.31 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PDM
The strongest argument for PDM centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : CUZ
The primary concerns for CUZ are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PDM
The primary concerns for PDM are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.54 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PDM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
CUZ is growing revenue faster at 4.8% — sustainability is the question.
PDM generates stronger free cash flow (-10M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - OFFICE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CUZ scores higher overall (46/100 vs 42/100). Both earn "Hold" 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).
Piedmont Office Realty Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - OFFICE · USA
Piedmont Office Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: PDM) is the owner, manager, developer, remodeler, and operator of high-quality Class A office properties located primarily in select submarkets within the seven major eastern US office markets. Most of your income is generated at Sunbelt.
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