Nexpoint Real Estate Finance Inc (NREF)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
NREF
Nexpoint Real Estate Finance Inc
$17.19
-0.81%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $388.59M
PLD
Prologis Inc
$138.96
-3.54%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $138.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 6105% more annual revenue ($9.66B vs $155.63M). NREF leads profitability with a 66.5% profit margin vs 43.6%. NREF trades at a lower P/E of 6.5x. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
NREF
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
PLD
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+62.1%
Fair Value
$39.37
Current Price
$17.19
$22.18 discount
Margin of Safety
+43.2%
Fair Value
$259.71
Current Price
$138.96
$120.75 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 67 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 69.4%
Keeps 44 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.0%
Earnings expanding 85.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 4.8%
Earnings declined 39.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NREF
The strongest argument for NREF centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 66.5% and operating margin at 69.4%.
Bull Case : PLD
The strongest argument for PLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.6% and operating margin at 43.0%. Revenue growth of 12.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NREF
The primary concerns for NREF are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 11.20 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NREF profiles as a declining 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 12.3% — sustainability is the question.
PLD generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLD scores higher overall (65/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 43.6% margins and 12.3% revenue growth. NREF offers better value entry with a 62.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Nexpoint Real Estate Finance Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
NexPoint Real Estate Finance, Inc. is a real estate finance company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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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