Public Storage (PSA)vsRLJ Lodging Trust (RLJ)
PSA
Public Storage
$294.09
-1.03%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $53.09B
RLJ
RLJ Lodging Trust
$8.24
-0.36%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 261% more annual revenue ($4.87B vs $1.35B). PSA leads profitability with a 39.1% profit margin vs 2.1%. RLJ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.06. PSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
PSA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
RLJ
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+6.9%
Fair Value
$315.77
Current Price
$294.09
$21.68 discount
Margin of Safety
+70.3%
Fair Value
$28.34
Current Price
$8.24
$20.10 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 20 in profit
Earnings expanding 32.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.5x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.3% — below average capital efficiency
2.1% 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 39.1% and operating margin at 46.0%.
Bull Case : RLJ
The strongest argument for RLJ centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : RLJ
The primary concerns for RLJ are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 827.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RLJ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
PSA is growing revenue faster at 3.2% — sustainability is the question.
PSA generates stronger free cash flow (695M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - INDUSTRIAL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PSA scores higher overall (62/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 39.1% margins. RLJ offers better value entry with a 70.3% 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.
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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