Cousins Properties Incorporated (CUZ)vsSL Green Realty Corp (SLG)
CUZ
Cousins Properties Incorporated
$28.19
+0.89%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.59B
SLG
SL Green Realty Corp
$53.08
+2.81%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cousins Properties Incorporated generates 3% more annual revenue ($1.03B vs $998.00M). CUZ leads profitability with a 0.6% profit margin vs -16.7%. SLG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.30. CUZ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CUZ
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
SLG
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+56.3%
Fair Value
$52.89
Current Price
$28.19
$24.70 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SLG.
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
Revenue surging 27.3% year-over-year
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
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -3.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 98.2%
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 : SLG
The strongest argument for SLG centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 27.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.30 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : SLG
The primary concerns for SLG are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.51 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CUZ profiles as a value stock while SLG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SLG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.60 — expect wider price swings.
SLG is growing revenue faster at 27.3% — sustainability is the question.
CUZ generates stronger free cash flow (83M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CUZ scores higher overall (63/100 vs 50/100) 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).
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