Public Storage (PSA)vsService Properties Trust (SVC)
PSA
Public Storage
$294.09
-1.03%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $53.09B
SVC
Service Properties Trust
$1.55
+3.33%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $994.19M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 168% more annual revenue ($4.87B vs $1.81B). PSA leads profitability with a 39.1% profit margin vs -11.2%. SVC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.27. PSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
PSA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
SVC
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
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
+77.8%
Fair Value
$10.36
Current Price
$1.55
$8.81 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 -27.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 12.9%
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 : SVC
The strongest argument for SVC centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SVC
The primary concerns for SVC are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PSA profiles as a value stock while SVC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SVC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.58 — 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.
Bottom Line
PSA scores higher overall (62/100 vs 37/100), backed by strong 39.1% margins. SVC offers better value entry with a 77.8% 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
Service Properties Trust is a real estate investment trust, or REIT, that owns a diverse portfolio of hotel and net-leasing services and need-based retail properties in the United States and in Puerto Rico and Canada with 149 different brands across 23 industries. The company is headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts.
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