Public Storage (PSA)vsVornado Realty Trust (VNO)
PSA
Public Storage
$296.50
+0.64%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $55.40B
VNO
Vornado Realty Trust
$35.44
+3.11%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 162% more annual revenue ($4.91B vs $1.88B). PSA leads profitability with a 41.6% profit margin vs 3.6%. VNO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.20. PSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
PSA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
VNO
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-8.4%
Fair Value
$271.04
Current Price
$296.50
$25.46 premium
Margin of Safety
+34.3%
Fair Value
$46.04
Current Price
$35.44
$10.60 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Earnings expanding 45.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.8x book value
3.3% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 41.6% and operating margin at 45.7%.
Bull Case : VNO
The strongest argument for VNO centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : VNO
The primary concerns for VNO are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 1175.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.57 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VNO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.54 — expect wider price swings.
VNO is growing revenue faster at 5.0% — sustainability is the question.
PSA generates stronger free cash flow (799M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - INDUSTRIAL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PSA scores higher overall (62/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 41.6% margins. VNO offers better value entry with a 34.3% 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).
Visit Website →Vornado Realty Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - OFFICE · USA
Vornado Realty Trust is a real estate investment trust formed in Maryland, with its primary office in New York City. The company invests in office buildings and street retail in Manhattan.
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