Cousins Properties Incorporated (CUZ)vsParamount Group Inc (PGRE)
CUZ
Cousins Properties Incorporated
$22.06
+0.55%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.69B
PGRE
Paramount Group Inc
$6.60
+0.15%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cousins Properties Incorporated generates 45% more annual revenue ($985.66M vs $681.64M). CUZ leads profitability with a 4.1% profit margin vs -14.3%. PGRE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.53. CUZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
CUZ
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
PGRE
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
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 PGRE.
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
4.8% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -2.6% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 10.5%
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 : PGRE
The strongest argument for PGRE centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.53 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : PGRE
The primary concerns for PGRE are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CUZ profiles as a value stock while PGRE is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
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.
CUZ generates stronger free cash flow (28M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CUZ scores higher overall (58/100 vs 55/100) and 13.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" 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).
Paramount Group Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - OFFICE · USA
Headquartered in New York City, Paramount Group, Inc. is a fully integrated real estate investment trust that owns, operates, manages, acquires and rebuilds high-quality Class A office properties located in select submarkets of the central business district. from New York City and San Francisco.
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