Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc (EPRT)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
EPRT
Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc
$31.16
-0.61%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.76B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$212.09
-1.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $153.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 1892% more annual revenue ($11.77B vs $590.66M). EPRT leads profitability with a 43.5% profit margin vs 12.0%. EPRT trades at a lower P/E of 24.5x. WELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
EPRT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
WELL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+37.0%
Fair Value
$50.10
Current Price
$31.16
$18.94 discount
Margin of Safety
-58.0%
Fair Value
$131.57
Current Price
$212.09
$80.52 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 44 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 63.7%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 22.8% year-over-year
Revenue surging 38.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 162.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 4.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
ROE of 3.7% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPRT
The strongest argument for EPRT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.5% and operating margin at 63.7%. Revenue growth of 22.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 38.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EPRT
The primary concerns for EPRT are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 105.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPRT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 38.3% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (647M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WELL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 56/100) and 38.3% revenue growth. EPRT offers better value entry with a 37.0% margin of safety. 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.
Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc., a real estate company, acquires, owns and manages single-tenant properties in the United States. The company is headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Welltower Inc. is a real estate investment trust that invests in healthcare infrastructure.
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