Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
EFC
Ellington Financial Inc.
$13.24
-0.11%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.64B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$142.02
-0.43%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $129.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 2747% more annual revenue ($9.38B vs $329.39M). EFC leads profitability with a 44.6% profit margin vs 39.7%. EFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.86. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
EFC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for EFC.
Margin of Safety
+47.2%
Fair Value
$268.84
Current Price
$142.02
$126.82 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 45 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.1%
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 0.6%
Earnings declined 45.3%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EFC
The strongest argument for EFC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 44.6% and operating margin at 32.1%. PEG of 0.86 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 : EFC
The primary concerns for EFC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 8.82 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EFC profiles as a declining stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
PLD is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
EFC generates stronger free cash flow (778M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 39.7% margins. 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.
Ellington Financial Inc.
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Ellington Financial Inc., through its subsidiary, Ellington Financial Operating Partnership LLC, acquires and manages mortgage-related, consumer-related, business-related and other financial assets in the United States. The company is headquartered in Old Greenwich, Connecticut.
Visit Website →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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