LTC Properties Inc (LTC)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
LTC
LTC Properties Inc
$37.25
-0.27%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.77B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$196.73
+0.06%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $137.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 4107% more annual revenue ($10.84B vs $257.62M). LTC leads profitability with a 45.8% profit margin vs 8.6%. WELL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.62. LTC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
LTC
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
WELL
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+66.6%
Fair Value
$117.94
Current Price
$37.25
$80.69 discount
Margin of Safety
-2052.0%
Fair Value
$9.66
Current Price
$196.73
$187.07 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 46 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 59.0% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 41.3% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
4.4% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Operating margin of -8.9%
ROE of 2.5% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 26.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LTC
The strongest argument for LTC centers on Profit Margin, Revenue Growth, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 45.8% and operating margin at -8.9%. Revenue growth of 59.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 41.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LTC
The primary concerns for LTC are EPS Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 138.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LTC profiles as a growth stock while WELL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WELL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.81 — expect wider price swings.
LTC is growing revenue faster at 59.0% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (647M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LTC scores higher overall (63/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 45.8% margins and 59.0% revenue growth. 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. .
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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