Public Storage (PSA)vsRithm Capital Corp. (RITM)
PSA
Public Storage
$309.68
+0.98%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $52.51B
RITM
Rithm Capital Corp.
$9.13
-0.44%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $5.20B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 15% more annual revenue ($4.87B vs $4.24B). PSA leads profitability with a 39.1% profit margin vs 17.0%. RITM trades at a lower P/E of 8.5x. RITM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
PSA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
RITM
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-2.6%
Fair Value
$286.49
Current Price
$309.68
$23.19 premium
Margin of Safety
+83.6%
Fair Value
$65.11
Current Price
$9.13
$55.98 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Earnings expanding 32.8% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 64.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 72.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.1x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PSA
The strongest argument for PSA centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.1% and operating margin at 46.0%.
Bull Case : RITM
The strongest argument for RITM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 13.2%. Revenue growth of 64.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : RITM
The primary concerns for RITM are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 4.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PSA profiles as a value stock while RITM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RITM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
RITM is growing revenue faster at 64.6% — sustainability is the question.
PSA generates stronger free cash flow (625M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RITM scores higher overall (69/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 17.0% margins and 64.6% revenue growth. 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.
Public Storage
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Public Storage is an American international self storage company headquartered in Glendale, California, that is run as a real estate investment trust (REIT).
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Rhythm Capital Corp. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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