EPR Properties (EPR)vsSBA Communications Corp (SBAC)
EPR
EPR Properties
$57.43
+1.25%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.57B
SBAC
SBA Communications Corp
$176.28
-1.29%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $18.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SBA Communications Corp generates 288% more annual revenue ($2.87B vs $738.98M). EPR leads profitability with a 35.6% profit margin vs 34.5%. EPR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.93. EPR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
EPR
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
SBAC
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.6%
Fair Value
$105.59
Current Price
$57.43
$48.16 discount
Margin of Safety
+0.6%
Fair Value
$192.16
Current Price
$176.28
$15.88 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.3%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.2%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 13.2%
2.3% revenue growth
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 10.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPR
The strongest argument for EPR centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.6% and operating margin at 54.3%. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SBAC
The strongest argument for SBAC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.5% and operating margin at 52.2%.
Bear Case : EPR
The primary concerns for EPR are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.53 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SBAC
The primary concerns for SBAC are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPR profiles as a mature stock while SBAC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EPR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
EPR is growing revenue faster at 10.6% — sustainability is the question.
SBAC generates stronger free cash flow (345M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EPR scores higher overall (63/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 35.6% margins and 10.6% 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.
EPR Properties
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
EPR Properties is a leading experiential net lease real estate investment trust (REIT), specializing in select and durable experimental properties in the real estate industry.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
SBA Communications Corporation is a real estate investment trust which owns and operates wireless infrastructure in the United States, Canada, Central America, South America, and South Africa.
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