Ellington Financial Inc. (EFC)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
EFC
Ellington Financial Inc.
$11.59
-0.86%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.67B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$128.91
+0.57%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $130.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 2139% more annual revenue ($9.66B vs $431.35M). EFC leads profitability with a 51.5% profit margin vs 43.6%. EFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.86. EFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
EFC
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
PLD
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for EFC.
Margin of Safety
+47.3%
Fair Value
$251.41
Current Price
$128.91
$122.50 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 52 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 55.9%
Revenue surging 33.8% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Keeps 44 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.0%
Earnings expanding 85.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 3.3%
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 51.5% and operating margin at 55.9%. Revenue growth of 33.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PLD
The strongest argument for PLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.6% and operating margin at 43.0%. Revenue growth of 12.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EFC
The primary concerns for EFC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 9.40 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EFC profiles as a growth stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
EFC is growing revenue faster at 33.8% — sustainability is the question.
PLD generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EFC scores higher overall (75/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 51.5% margins and 33.8% revenue growth. PLD offers better value entry with a 47.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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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