VICI Properties Inc (VICI)vsW P Carey Inc (WPC)
VICI
VICI Properties Inc
$26.83
-4.11%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $30.59B
WPC
W P Carey Inc
$67.55
-2.64%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $16.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
VICI Properties Inc generates 135% more annual revenue ($4.01B vs $1.71B). VICI leads profitability with a 69.3% profit margin vs 27.3%. VICI trades at a lower P/E of 11.0x. WPC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
VICI
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
WPC
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-64.3%
Fair Value
$17.75
Current Price
$26.83
$9.08 premium
Margin of Safety
+26.8%
Fair Value
$98.75
Current Price
$67.55
$31.20 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 69 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 80.3%
Strong operational efficiency at 50.9%
Earnings expanding 218.1% YoY
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
3.8% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 3.4%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 5.7% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : VICI
The strongest argument for VICI centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 69.3% and operating margin at 80.3%.
Bull Case : WPC
The strongest argument for WPC centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.3% and operating margin at 50.9%. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : VICI
The primary concerns for VICI are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WPC
The primary concerns for WPC are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VICI profiles as a value stock while WPC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WPC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.77 — expect wider price swings.
WPC is growing revenue faster at 8.8% — sustainability is the question.
VICI generates stronger free cash flow (692M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WPC scores higher overall (72/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 27.3% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
VICI Properties Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - DIVERSIFIED · USA
VICI Properties is an experiential real estate investment trust that owns one of the largest portfolios of market-leading gaming, hospitality and entertainment destinations, including the world-renowned Caesars Palace.
W P Carey Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - DIVERSIFIED · USA
WP Carey is among the largest net-lease REITs with an enterprise value of approximately $ 18 billion and a diversified portfolio of operationally critical commercial real estate that includes 1,215 net-lease properties covering approximately 142 million square feet as of March 30. September 2020.
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