Industrial Logistics Properties Trust (ILPT)vsPublic Storage (PSA)
ILPT
Industrial Logistics Properties Trust
$8.69
-2.25%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $573.99M
PSA
Public Storage
$309.68
+0.98%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $52.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 975% more annual revenue ($4.87B vs $453.36M). PSA leads profitability with a 39.1% profit margin vs -11.9%. PSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ILPT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
PSA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+68.2%
Fair Value
$17.16
Current Price
$8.69
$8.47 discount
Margin of Safety
-2.6%
Fair Value
$286.49
Current Price
$309.68
$23.19 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 34.4%
Earnings expanding 56.5% YoY
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Earnings expanding 32.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
4.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -11.3% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.1x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ILPT
The strongest argument for ILPT centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : PSA
The strongest argument for PSA centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.1% and operating margin at 46.0%.
Bear Case : ILPT
The primary concerns for ILPT are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 8.76 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ILPT profiles as a turnaround stock while PSA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ILPT carries more volatility with a beta of 2.51 — expect wider price swings.
ILPT is growing revenue faster at 4.0% — sustainability is the question.
PSA generates stronger free cash flow (625M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PSA scores higher overall (62/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 39.1% margins. ILPT offers better value entry with a 68.2% 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.
Industrial Logistics Properties Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
ILPT is a real estate investment trust, or REIT, that owns and rents industrial and logistics properties throughout the United States. The company is headquartered in Newton, MA.
Public Storage
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Public Storage is an American international self storage company headquartered in Glendale, California, that is run as a real estate investment trust (REIT).
Visit Website →Compare with Other REIT - INDUSTRIAL Stocks
Want to dig deeper into these stocks?