Getty Realty Corporation (GTY)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
GTY
Getty Realty Corporation
$33.39
+0.42%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.11B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$236.92
+0.39%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $166.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 5377% more annual revenue ($12.76B vs $233.03M). GTY leads profitability with a 42.7% profit margin vs 12.1%. 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
WELL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+27.5%
Fair Value
$42.85
Current Price
$33.39
$9.46 discount
Margin of Safety
-89.9%
Fair Value
$124.92
Current Price
$236.92
$112.00 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 43 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.1%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 33.3% YoY
Revenue surging 39.1% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 35.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 3.3% — 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 : GTY
The strongest argument for GTY centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 42.7% and operating margin at 47.1%. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 39.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GTY
The primary concerns for GTY are Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 103.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GTY profiles as a mature stock while WELL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WELL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.76 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 39.1% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor REIT - RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GTY scores higher overall (70/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 42.7% 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.
Welltower Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Welltower Inc. is a real estate investment trust that invests in healthcare infrastructure.
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