Cousins Properties Incorporated (CUZ)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
CUZ
Cousins Properties Incorporated
$27.69
-0.22%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.77B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$144.54
+1.05%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $130.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 840% more annual revenue ($9.38B vs $997.68M). PLD leads profitability with a 39.7% profit margin vs -0.5%. CUZ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.31. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CUZ
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+55.9%
Fair Value
$52.40
Current Price
$27.69
$24.71 discount
Margin of Safety
+43.3%
Fair Value
$254.85
Current Price
$144.54
$110.31 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.1%
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.5%
Earnings expanding 65.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.8% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -0.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 30.5%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : PLD
The strongest argument for PLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.7% and operating margin at 38.5%.
Bear Case : CUZ
The primary concerns for CUZ are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CUZ profiles as a turnaround stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
PLD is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
PLD generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 39.7% margins. CUZ offers better value entry with a 55.9% margin of safety. 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).
Prologis Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Prologis, Inc. is a real estate investment trust headquartered in San Francisco, California that invests in logistics facilities, with a focus on the consumption side of the global supply chain.
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