LTC Properties Inc (LTC)vsSBA Communications Corp (SBAC)
LTC
LTC Properties Inc
$36.05
+3.41%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.91B
SBAC
SBA Communications Corp
$208.02
+0.08%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $21.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SBA Communications Corp generates 848% more annual revenue ($2.85B vs $301.03M). LTC leads profitability with a 40.2% profit margin vs 35.7%. LTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.74. LTC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
LTC
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
SBAC
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+46.7%
Fair Value
$73.90
Current Price
$36.05
$37.85 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
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.9%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 19.0%
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 : LTC
The strongest argument for LTC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 40.2% and operating margin at 52.9%.
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 : LTC
The primary concerns for LTC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SBAC
The primary concerns for SBAC are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LTC profiles as a declining stock while SBAC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SBAC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — 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
LTC scores higher overall (53/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 40.2% margins. Both earn "Buy" 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.
LTC Properties Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
LTC is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that invests in senior housing and healthcare properties primarily through back-lease sales, mortgage financing, joint ventures, and structured finance solutions including preferred equity and mezzanine loans. .
SBA Communications Corp
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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