Realty Income Corporation (O)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
O
Realty Income Corporation
$59.04
-0.77%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $53.87B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$126.96
-1.24%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $124.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 63% more annual revenue ($9.89B vs $6.07B). PLD leads profitability with a 43.1% profit margin vs 20.9%. O appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.87. O earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
O
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
PLD
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-5.9%
Fair Value
$60.90
Current Price
$59.04
$1.86 premium
Margin of Safety
+49.7%
Fair Value
$255.41
Current Price
$126.96
$128.45 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 47.0%
Earnings expanding 69.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Keeps 43 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Moderate valuation
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : O
The strongest argument for O centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.9% and operating margin at 47.0%.
Bull Case : PLD
The strongest argument for PLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.1% and operating margin at 42.9%. Revenue growth of 10.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : O
The primary concerns for O are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 41.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
PLD is growing revenue faster at 10.2% — sustainability is the question.
PLD generates stronger free cash flow (661M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
O scores higher overall (66/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 20.9% margins. PLD offers better value entry with a 49.7% 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.
Realty Income Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Realty Income Corporation is a real estate investment trust that invests in free-standing, single-tenant commercial properties in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom that are subject to NNN Leases. The company is organized in Maryland with its headquarters in San Diego, California.
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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