Public Storage (PSA)vsTranscontinental Realty Investors (TCI)
PSA
Public Storage
$309.68
+0.98%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $52.51B
TCI
Transcontinental Realty Investors
$35.67
-6.16%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $337.71M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 9763% more annual revenue ($4.87B vs $49.39M). PSA leads profitability with a 39.1% profit margin vs 18.9%. PSA trades at a lower P/E of 30.9x. PSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
PSA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
TCI
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-2.6%
Fair Value
$286.49
Current Price
$309.68
$23.19 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TCI.
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 21 in profit
Earnings expanding 32.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.1x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.8% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.2% — below average capital efficiency
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 : TCI
The strongest argument for TCI centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at -15.9%.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : TCI
The primary concerns for TCI are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PSA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
PSA is growing revenue faster at 3.2% — sustainability is the question.
PSA generates stronger free cash flow (625M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - INDUSTRIAL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PSA scores higher overall (62/100 vs 34/100), backed by strong 39.1% 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).
Visit Website →Transcontinental Realty Investors
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
Transcontinental Realty Investors, Inc., a Dallas-based real estate investment company, has a diverse portfolio of capital real estate located throughout the United States, including apartments, office buildings, shopping centers, and urbanized and undeveloped land.
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