Pebblebrook Hotel Trust (PEB)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
PEB
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust
$16.89
+0.30%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.73B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$200.84
+1.69%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $137.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 684% more annual revenue ($11.77B vs $1.50B). WELL leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs -3.5%. PEB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.21. WELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
PEB
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
WELL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+81.1%
Fair Value
$68.08
Current Price
$16.89
$51.19 discount
Margin of Safety
-78.3%
Fair Value
$116.05
Current Price
$200.84
$84.79 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 38.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 157.9% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 4.5%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -2.1% — below average capital efficiency
ROE of 3.2% — 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 : PEB
The strongest argument for PEB centers on Price/Book.
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 : PEB
The primary concerns for PEB are Market Cap, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 94.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PEB profiles as a turnaround stock while WELL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PEB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 38.3% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (282M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WELL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 41/100) and 38.3% revenue growth. PEB offers better value entry with a 81.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust (NYSE: PEB) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust (REIT) and the largest owner of urban and resort lifestyle hotels in the United States.
Visit Website →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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