Franco-Nevada Corporation (FNV)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
FNV
Franco-Nevada Corporation
$233.67
+1.28%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $44.52B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$130.36
+0.01%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $121.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 410% more annual revenue ($9.19B vs $1.80B). FNV leads profitability with a 61.6% profit margin vs 36.2%. FNV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 11.81. FNV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
FNV
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
PLD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+6.0%
Fair Value
$274.25
Current Price
$233.67
$40.58 discount
Margin of Safety
-116.9%
Fair Value
$60.09
Current Price
$130.36
$70.27 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 62 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 76.1%
Revenue surging 85.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 108.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.0% revenue growth
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FNV
The strongest argument for FNV centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 61.6% and operating margin at 76.1%. Revenue growth of 85.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PLD
The strongest argument for PLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.2% and operating margin at 41.3%.
Bear Case : FNV
The primary concerns for FNV are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FNV profiles as a growth stock while PLD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
FNV is growing revenue faster at 85.8% — sustainability is the question.
FNV generates stronger free cash flow (-1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FNV scores higher overall (68/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 61.6% margins and 85.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Franco-Nevada Corporation
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Franco-Nevada Corporation is a gold-focused royalty and flow company in the United States, Latin America, Canada, Australia, Europe and Africa, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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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