National Retail Properties Inc (NNN)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
NNN
National Retail Properties Inc
$43.52
-1.18%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $8.28B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$217.34
+2.48%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $153.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 1170% more annual revenue ($11.77B vs $926.21M). NNN leads profitability with a 42.1% profit margin vs 12.0%. WELL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.66. WELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
NNN
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
WELL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.5%
Fair Value
$76.27
Current Price
$43.52
$32.75 discount
Margin of Safety
-58.0%
Fair Value
$131.57
Current Price
$217.34
$85.77 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 62.2%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 38.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 162.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 2.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
ROE of 3.7% — 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 : NNN
The strongest argument for NNN centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 42.1% and operating margin at 62.2%.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 38.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NNN
The primary concerns for NNN are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 105.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NNN profiles as a mature stock while WELL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NNN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 38.3% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (647M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WELL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 54/100) and 38.3% revenue growth. NNN offers better value entry with a 43.5% margin of safety. 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.
National Retail Properties Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
National Retail Properties invests primarily in high-quality retail properties generally subject to long-term net leases.
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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