Public Storage (PSA)vsUMH Properties Inc (UMH)
PSA
Public Storage
$302.45
+2.84%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $53.09B
UMH
UMH Properties Inc
$15.55
+0.84%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 1764% more annual revenue ($4.87B vs $261.31M). PSA leads profitability with a 39.1% profit margin vs 10.1%. UMH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.72. PSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
PSA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
UMH
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+6.9%
Fair Value
$315.77
Current Price
$302.45
$13.32 discount
Margin of Safety
+65.4%
Fair Value
$46.65
Current Price
$15.55
$31.10 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.6%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.8x book value
3.2% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 54.2%
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 : UMH
The strongest argument for UMH centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 0.72 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 : UMH
The primary concerns for UMH are Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 220.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UMH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
UMH is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — 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 53/100), backed by strong 39.1% margins. UMH offers better value entry with a 65.4% margin of safety. 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 - RESIDENTIAL · USA
UMH Properties, Inc., which was organized in 1968, is a publicly owned REIT that owns and operates 124 manufactured home communities containing approximately 23,400 developed lots.
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