National Health Investors Inc (NHI)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
NHI
National Health Investors Inc
$83.12
+0.68%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.00B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$196.73
+0.06%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $137.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 2757% more annual revenue ($10.84B vs $379.29M). NHI leads profitability with a 37.5% profit margin vs 8.6%. WELL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.62. NHI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
NHI
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
WELL
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-329.6%
Fair Value
$20.54
Current Price
$83.12
$62.58 premium
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 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 62.5%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 41.3% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 11.7%
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 : NHI
The strongest argument for NHI centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.5% and operating margin at 62.5%.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 41.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NHI
The primary concerns for NHI are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, 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
NHI profiles as a declining 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.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 41.3% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (647M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NHI scores higher overall (48/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 37.5% margins. Both earn "Hold" 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.
National Health Investors Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Incorporated in 1991, National Health Investors, Inc. (NYSE: NHI) is a real estate investment trust specializing in the sale and leaseback, joint ventures, mortgages, and interim financing of discretionary and medical-based home and investment investments. in needs.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Welltower Inc. is a real estate investment trust that invests in healthcare infrastructure.
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