Public Storage (PSA)vsRLJ Lodging Trust (RLJ)
PSA
Public Storage
$333.39
+0.05%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $60.68B
RLJ
RLJ Lodging Trust
$12.59
-1.33%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 265% more annual revenue ($5.04B vs $1.38B). PSA leads profitability with a 37.7% profit margin vs 2.0%. RLJ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.06. PSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
PSA
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
RLJ
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-5.7%
Fair Value
$277.93
Current Price
$333.39
$55.46 premium
Margin of Safety
+55.4%
Fair Value
$18.86
Current Price
$12.59
$6.27 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 39.5%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
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 37.7% and operating margin at 39.5%. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RLJ
The strongest argument for RLJ centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : RLJ
The primary concerns for RLJ are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PSA profiles as a mature stock while RLJ is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
RLJ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
PSA is growing revenue faster at 10.8% — sustainability is the question.
PSA generates stronger free cash flow (799M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PSA scores higher overall (54/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 37.7% margins and 10.8% revenue growth. RLJ offers better value entry with a 55.4% 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.
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 - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
RLJ Lodging Trust is a publicly traded and publicly traded real estate investment trust primarily owning premium brand, high margin, focused service and compact full service hotels.
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