Public Storage (PSA)vsStratus Properties Inc (STRS)
PSA
Public Storage
$267.63
-0.12%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $47.03B
STRS
Stratus Properties Inc
$30.10
+3.58%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $151.18M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 15047% more annual revenue ($4.83B vs $31.91M). PSA leads profitability with a 36.9% profit margin vs -25.4%. STRS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.19. PSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
PSA
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
STRS
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-380.1%
Fair Value
$61.20
Current Price
$267.63
$206.43 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for STRS.
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%
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -4.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 44.1%
Earnings declined 74.4%
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 : STRS
The strongest argument for STRS centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.19 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : STRS
The primary concerns for STRS are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PSA profiles as a value stock while STRS is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
STRS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.42 — expect wider price swings.
PSA is growing revenue faster at 3.3% — sustainability is the question.
PSA generates stronger free cash flow (634M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PSA scores higher overall (50/100 vs 31/100), backed by strong 36.9% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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 · REAL ESTATE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Stratus Properties Inc., a real estate company, engages in the acquisition, licensing, development, management and sale of commercial residential and multi-family and single-family real estate primarily in Texas. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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