Empire State Realty Trust Inc (ESRT)vsSBA Communications Corp (SBAC)
ESRT
Empire State Realty Trust Inc
$5.27
+0.19%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.77B
SBAC
SBA Communications Corp
$208.02
+0.08%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $21.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SBA Communications Corp generates 267% more annual revenue ($2.85B vs $776.71M). SBAC leads profitability with a 35.7% profit margin vs 5.1%. SBAC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 8.50. SBAC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
ESRT
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
SBAC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+51.9%
Fair Value
$13.25
Current Price
$5.27
$7.98 discount
Margin of Safety
+0.8%
Fair Value
$192.43
Current Price
$208.02
$15.59 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.4%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
4.9% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 14.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ESRT
The strongest argument for ESRT centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : SBAC
The strongest argument for SBAC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.7% and operating margin at 52.4%.
Bear Case : ESRT
The primary concerns for ESRT are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 2.21 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SBAC
The primary concerns for SBAC are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ESRT profiles as a value stock while SBAC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ESRT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
SBAC is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
SBAC generates stronger free cash flow (207M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBAC scores higher overall (49/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 35.7% margins. ESRT offers better value entry with a 51.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Empire State Realty Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT), a major real estate investment trust (REIT), owns, manages, operates, acquires and repositions offices and retail properties in Manhattan and the New York metropolitan area, including the Empire State Building, the?
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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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