LTC Properties Inc (LTC)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
LTC
LTC Properties Inc
$42.73
-0.42%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.35B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$233.18
+2.63%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $169.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 3655% more annual revenue ($12.76B vs $339.88M). LTC leads profitability with a 39.9% profit margin vs 12.1%. WELL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.62. LTC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
LTC
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
WELL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+48.9%
Fair Value
$77.11
Current Price
$42.73
$34.38 discount
Margin of Safety
-86.5%
Fair Value
$127.27
Current Price
$233.18
$105.91 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.7%
Revenue surging 65.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 75.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 39.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 35.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 2.9% — 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 : LTC
The strongest argument for LTC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.9% and operating margin at 32.7%. Revenue growth of 65.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 39.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LTC
The primary concerns for LTC are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 105.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WELL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
LTC is growing revenue faster at 65.5% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (881M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
LTC scores higher overall (75/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 39.9% margins and 65.5% 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.
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. .
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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