Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc (MAA)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
MAA
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
$129.71
-0.51%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $15.47B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$138.82
+2.31%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $132.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 324% more annual revenue ($9.38B vs $2.21B). PLD leads profitability with a 39.7% profit margin vs 20.2%. MAA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 7.03. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
MAA
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-4.6%
Fair Value
$130.06
Current Price
$129.71
$0.35 premium
Margin of Safety
+48.3%
Fair Value
$268.84
Current Price
$138.82
$130.02 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.4%
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.5%
Earnings expanding 65.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.0% revenue growth
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MAA
The strongest argument for MAA centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.2% and operating margin at 28.4%.
Bull Case : PLD
The strongest argument for PLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.7% and operating margin at 38.5%.
Bear Case : MAA
The primary concerns for MAA are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MAA profiles as a value stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
PLD is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
MAA generates stronger free cash flow (159M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 39.7% margins. 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.
Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Mid-America Apartment Communities (MAA) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust based in Memphis, Tennessee that invests in apartments in the Southeastern United States and the Southwestern United States.
Prologis Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Prologis, Inc. is a real estate investment trust headquartered in San Francisco, California that invests in logistics facilities, with a focus on the consumption side of the global supply chain.
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