Elme Communities (ELME)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
ELME
Elme Communities
$1.62
0.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $145.73M
PLD
Prologis Inc
$138.74
-1.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $132.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 3800% more annual revenue ($9.66B vs $247.63M). PLD leads profitability with a 43.6% profit margin vs -74.7%. ELME appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 43.49. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
ELME
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
PLD
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+88.8%
Fair Value
$19.93
Current Price
$1.62
$18.31 discount
Margin of Safety
+45.8%
Fair Value
$258.80
Current Price
$138.74
$120.06 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
1.7% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
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 : ELME
The strongest argument for ELME centers on Price/Book.
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 : ELME
The primary concerns for ELME are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ELME profiles as a turnaround 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.
PLD is growing revenue faster at 12.3% — sustainability is the question.
PLD generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (65/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 43.6% margins and 12.3% revenue growth. ELME offers better value entry with a 88.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Elme Communities
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Elme Communities owns and operates real estate assets in a unique position in the Washington metropolitan area.
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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