Ventas Inc (VTR)vsWelltower Inc (WELL)
VTR
Ventas Inc
$93.51
+1.73%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $47.97B
WELL
Welltower Inc
$234.44
-0.51%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $172.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Welltower Inc generates 83% more annual revenue ($11.77B vs $6.42B). WELL leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs 4.1%. VTR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.74. WELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
VTR
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
WELL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-21.9%
Fair Value
$76.69
Current Price
$93.51
$16.82 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WELL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 21.7% year-over-year
Revenue surging 38.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 157.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 2.0% — below average capital efficiency
4.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : VTR
The strongest argument for VTR centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WELL
The strongest argument for WELL centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 38.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : VTR
The primary concerns for VTR are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 170.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WELL
The primary concerns for WELL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 118.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WELL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.76 — expect wider price swings.
WELL is growing revenue faster at 38.3% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
WELL scores higher overall (57/100 vs 45/100) and 38.3% revenue growth. 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.
Ventas Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES · USA
Ventas, Inc. is a real estate investment trust specializing in the ownership and management of health care facilities in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.
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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