Public Storage (PSA)vsVornado Realty Trust (VNO)
PSA
Public Storage
$294.09
-1.03%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $53.09B
VNO
Vornado Realty Trust
$29.35
-3.14%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 161% more annual revenue ($4.87B vs $1.86B). VNO leads profitability with a 48.5% profit margin vs 39.1%. PSA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.28. PSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
PSA
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
VNO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
+46.2%
Fair Value
$56.25
Current Price
$29.35
$26.90 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 49 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 1263.0% YoY
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
Revenue declined 8.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : VNO
The strongest argument for VNO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 48.5% and operating margin at 13.6%.
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, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PSA profiles as a value stock while VNO is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
VNO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — 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 61/100), backed by strong 39.1% margins. VNO offers better value entry with a 46.2% 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).
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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