RLJ Lodging Trust (RLJ)vsSunstone Hotel Investors Inc (SHO)
RLJ
RLJ Lodging Trust
$10.60
+0.57%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.68B
SHO
Sunstone Hotel Investors Inc
$11.48
-0.17%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
RLJ Lodging Trust generates 38% more annual revenue ($1.36B vs $985.77M). SHO leads profitability with a 3.8% profit margin vs 1.8%. RLJ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.06. SHO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
RLJ
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
SHO
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+55.9%
Fair Value
$19.06
Current Price
$10.60
$8.46 discount
Margin of Safety
+35.1%
Fair Value
$14.29
Current Price
$11.48
$2.81 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 1170.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
ROE of 2.0% — below average capital efficiency
3.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RLJ
The strongest argument for RLJ centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : SHO
The strongest argument for SHO centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : RLJ
The primary concerns for RLJ are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Thin 1.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SHO
The primary concerns for SHO are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 106.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RLJ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
SHO is growing revenue faster at 11.0% — sustainability is the question.
RLJ generates stronger free cash flow (26M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
SHO scores higher overall (55/100 vs 45/100) and 11.0% revenue growth. RLJ offers better value entry with a 55.9% 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.
RLJ Lodging Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
RLJ Lodging Trust is a publicly traded and publicly traded real estate investment trust primarily owning premium brand, high margin, focused service and compact full service hotels.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. is a lodging real estate investment trust (REIT) that, as of the date of this release, has interests in 19 hotels with 9,997 rooms.
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