J W Mays Inc (MAYS)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
MAYS
J W Mays Inc
$38.00
-4.98%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $78.61M
PLD
Prologis Inc
$140.86
-0.35%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $134.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 43647% more annual revenue ($9.38B vs $21.43M). PLD leads profitability with a 39.7% profit margin vs -5.4%. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
MAYS
Avoid23
out of 100
Grade: F
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-20.7%
Fair Value
$32.30
Current Price
$38.00
$5.70 premium
Margin of Safety
+44.4%
Fair Value
$253.49
Current Price
$140.85
$112.64 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MAYS
The strongest argument for MAYS centers on Price/Book.
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 : MAYS
The primary concerns for MAYS are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MAYS profiles as a turnaround stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
PLD is growing revenue faster at 8.3% — sustainability is the question.
PLD generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (63/100 vs 23/100), backed by strong 39.7% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
J W Mays Inc
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
JW Mays, Inc. owns, operates and leases commercial real estate in the United States. The company is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York.
Visit Website →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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