Ventas Inc (VTR)vsW P Carey Inc (WPC)
VTR
Ventas Inc
$81.11
-2.72%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $44.04B
WPC
W P Carey Inc
$63.08
-0.68%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $14.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ventas Inc generates 253% more annual revenue ($6.42B vs $1.82B). WPC leads profitability with a 35.8% profit margin vs 4.1%. WPC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. WPC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
VTR
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
WPC
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-13.2%
Fair Value
$76.66
Current Price
$81.11
$4.45 premium
Margin of Safety
+51.6%
Fair Value
$149.28
Current Price
$63.08
$86.20 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 21.7% year-over-year
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 59.3%
Earnings expanding 256.5% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.4% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
ROE of 1.8% — below average capital efficiency
4.1% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.5% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : VTR
The strongest argument for VTR centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WPC
The strongest argument for WPC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.8% and operating margin at 59.3%. Revenue growth of 18.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : VTR
The primary concerns for VTR are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 159.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WPC
The primary concerns for WPC are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WPC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.77 — expect wider price swings.
VTR is growing revenue faster at 21.7% — sustainability is the question.
WPC generates stronger free cash flow (299M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - HEALTHCARE FACILITIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WPC scores higher overall (74/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 35.8% margins and 18.4% revenue growth. 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.
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.
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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