Public Storage (PSA)vsWestern Digital Corporation (WDC)
PSA
Public Storage
$265.78
-4.16%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $46.66B
WDC
Western Digital Corporation
$293.10
-7.52%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $100.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Western Digital Corporation generates 122% more annual revenue ($10.73B vs $4.83B). PSA leads profitability with a 36.9% profit margin vs 35.6%. WDC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.69. WDC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
PSA
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
WDC
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-379.6%
Fair Value
$61.27
Current Price
$265.78
$204.51 premium
Margin of Safety
-311.2%
Fair Value
$66.57
Current Price
$293.10
$226.53 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.2%
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 9.5x book value
3.3% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 14.0x book value
Revenue declined 41.0%
Earnings declined 95.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PSA
The strongest argument for PSA centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 36.9% and operating margin at 46.2%.
Bull Case : WDC
The strongest argument for WDC centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.6% and operating margin at 15.4%. PEG of 0.69 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 : WDC
The primary concerns for WDC are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PSA profiles as a value stock while WDC is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
WDC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.85 — expect wider price swings.
PSA is growing revenue faster at 3.3% — sustainability is the question.
WDC generates stronger free cash flow (653M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WDC scores higher overall (55/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 35.6% margins. 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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TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Western Digital Corporation (WDC, commonly known as Western Digital or WD) is an American computer hard disk drive manufacturer and data storage company, headquartered in San Jose, California. It designs, manufactures and sells data technology products, including storage devices, data center systems and cloud storage services.
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