Public Storage (PSA)vsSTAG Industrial Inc (STAG)
PSA
Public Storage
$267.63
-0.12%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $47.03B
STAG
STAG Industrial Inc
$35.98
-0.88%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $7.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 472% more annual revenue ($4.83B vs $845.18M). PSA leads profitability with a 36.9% profit margin vs 32.4%. STAG trades at a lower P/E of 24.8x. STAG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
PSA
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
STAG
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-380.1%
Fair Value
$61.20
Current Price
$267.63
$206.43 premium
Margin of Safety
+42.2%
Fair Value
$67.86
Current Price
$35.98
$31.88 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.2%
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.8%
Earnings expanding 57.9% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.6x book value
3.3% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PSA
The strongest argument for PSA centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.9% and operating margin at 46.2%.
Bull Case : STAG
The strongest argument for STAG centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.4% and operating margin at 37.8%. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : STAG
The primary concerns for STAG are Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PSA profiles as a value stock while STAG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
STAG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
STAG is growing revenue faster at 10.8% — sustainability is the question.
PSA generates stronger free cash flow (634M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
STAG scores higher overall (64/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 32.4% margins and 10.8% 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.
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 - INDUSTRIAL · USA
STAG Industrial, Inc. (NYSE: STAG) is a real estate investment trust focused on the acquisition and operation of single-tenant industrial properties throughout the United States.
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