National Storage Affiliates Trust (NSA)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
NSA
National Storage Affiliates Trust
$43.43
+1.14%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.27B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$144.54
+1.05%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $130.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 1151% more annual revenue ($9.38B vs $749.54M). PLD leads profitability with a 39.7% profit margin vs 10.5%. NSA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.67. PLD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
NSA
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
PLD
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+30.3%
Fair Value
$47.96
Current Price
$43.43
$4.53 discount
Margin of Safety
+43.3%
Fair Value
$254.85
Current Price
$144.54
$110.31 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 35.8%
Earnings expanding 236.6% YoY
18.0% revenue growth
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 : NSA
The strongest argument for NSA centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : NSA
The primary concerns for NSA are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 56.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.77 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
NSA profiles as a growth stock while PLD is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
NSA is growing revenue faster at 18.0% — 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 59/100), backed by strong 39.7% margins. NSA offers better value entry with a 30.3% 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 Storage Affiliates Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
National Storage Affiliates Trust is a Maryland real estate investment trust focused on the ownership, operation and acquisition of storage properties located within the top 100 metropolitan statistical areas of the United States.
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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