Realty Income Corporation (O)vsPrologis Inc (PLD)
O
Realty Income Corporation
$60.06
-0.66%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $56.58B
PLD
Prologis Inc
$130.36
+0.01%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $121.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Prologis Inc generates 60% more annual revenue ($9.19B vs $5.76B). PLD leads profitability with a 36.2% profit margin vs 18.4%. O appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.75. O earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
O
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
PLD
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-17.8%
Fair Value
$54.76
Current Price
$60.06
$5.30 premium
Margin of Safety
-116.9%
Fair Value
$60.09
Current Price
$130.36
$70.27 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 47.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 41.2% YoY
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.0% revenue growth
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : O
The strongest argument for O centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.4% and operating margin at 47.0%. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PLD
The strongest argument for PLD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.2% and operating margin at 41.3%.
Bear Case : O
The primary concerns for O are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 51.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PLD
The primary concerns for PLD are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
O profiles as a mature stock while PLD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
O is growing revenue faster at 11.0% — sustainability is the question.
O generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
O scores higher overall (64/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 18.4% margins and 11.0% revenue growth. 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.
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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