Getty Realty Corporation (GTY)vsRealty Income Corporation (O)
GTY
Getty Realty Corporation
$32.98
+2.36%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.02B
O
Realty Income Corporation
$60.58
+1.82%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $57.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Realty Income Corporation generates 2509% more annual revenue ($5.93B vs $227.24M). GTY leads profitability with a 40.1% profit margin vs 18.9%. GTY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. GTY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
GTY
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
O
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+27.7%
Fair Value
$43.00
Current Price
$32.98
$10.02 discount
Margin of Safety
-5.9%
Fair Value
$60.89
Current Price
$60.58
$0.31 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.1%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 33.3% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 45.5%
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GTY
The strongest argument for GTY centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 40.1% and operating margin at 47.1%. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : O
The strongest argument for O centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 45.5%. Revenue growth of 12.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GTY
The primary concerns for GTY are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : O
The primary concerns for O are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 50.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GTY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.76 — expect wider price swings.
O is growing revenue faster at 12.0% — sustainability is the question.
O generates stronger free cash flow (848M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GTY scores higher overall (70/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 40.1% margins. 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.
Realty Income Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Realty Income Corporation is a real estate investment trust that invests in free-standing, single-tenant commercial properties in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom that are subject to NNN Leases. The company is organized in Maryland with its headquarters in San Diego, California.
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