Regency Centers Corporation (REG)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
REG
Regency Centers Corporation
$74.43
-0.20%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $13.90B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$196.73
+0.06%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $137.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 573% more annual revenue ($10.84B vs $1.61B). REG leads profitability with a 32.7% profit margin vs 8.6%. REG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.61. REG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
REG
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
WELL
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+42.1%
Fair Value
$131.98
Current Price
$74.43
$57.55 discount
Margin of Safety
-2052.0%
Fair Value
$9.66
Current Price
$196.73
$187.07 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.8%
Earnings expanding 141.9% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 41.3% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 2.5% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 26.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : REG
The strongest argument for REG centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.7% and operating margin at 38.8%.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 41.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : REG
The primary concerns for REG are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 138.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
REG profiles as a mature stock while WELL is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
REG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 41.3% — sustainability is the question.
WELL generates stronger free cash flow (647M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
REG scores higher overall (65/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 32.7% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
Regency Centers Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Regency Centers Corporation is a real estate investment trust based in Jacksonville, Florida and is one of the largest operators of shopping centers with grocery stores as anchor tenants.
Welltower Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Welltower Inc. is a real estate investment trust that invests in healthcare infrastructure.
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