REIT - Healthcare Facilities · NYSE
Current Price
$239.30
PE Ratio (TTM)
124.0x
Intrinsic Value
$121.61
-96.8% margin of safety
As of 2026-08-21, applying a 50.0x earnings multiple to Welltower Inc.'s (WELL) earnings per share of $1.91 yields a fair value estimate of $121.61 per share, versus a market price of $239.3.
Fair value from earnings multiples is sensitive to the multiple you choose. Across the sensitivity grid the estimate spans $105.5 to $139.62. This is a relative estimate anchored to earnings, not a statement of fact. For a cash flow based view, see the intrinsic value estimate on the DCF page.
How the PE model works · Recalculate in PE mode · WELL intrinsic value (DCF view)
At $239.3, WELL trades above its PE-based fair value estimate, meaning the market pays a premium over the applied earnings multiple. By this model the stock looks expensive unless earnings grow into the price.
COMPETITIVE MOAT
↑Prime Healthcare Property Portfolio
Welltower owns a portfolio of high-quality, well-located healthcare facilities. This prime real estate is difficult for competitors to replicate, providing a significant competitive advantage.
↑Strong Operator Relationships
The company cultivates deep, long-term relationships with leading healthcare operators. These partnerships create sticky demand and barriers to entry for new entrants.
↑Scale and Diversification
Welltower's substantial scale and diversification across property types and geographies offer operational efficiencies and reduce reliance on any single market or tenant.
INVESTMENT RISKS
↓Interest Rate Sensitivity
As a real estate investment trust, Welltower is sensitive to changes in interest rates. Rising rates can increase borrowing costs and potentially depress property valuations.
↓Regulatory and Reimbursement Changes
Changes in healthcare regulations or government reimbursement policies can significantly impact the profitability of its tenants and, consequently, Welltower's rental income.
↓Healthcare Demand Shifts
Evolving demographics and healthcare preferences could alter the demand for specific types of senior housing or healthcare facilities, impacting occupancy and rental rates.
Base case
Intrinsic Value
$121.61
Margin of safety
-96.8%
Expected annual return
-12.7%
Base case assumptions: 13.4% annual earnings growth, 50x target PE, 10% discount rate, 5 year projection. Data as of 2026-08-21.
This base case uses default assumptions and is not financial advice. The fair value changes significantly when the target PE or earnings growth rate changes. Open the calculator to set your own assumptions and see the full sensitivity range.
Adjust the target PE, earnings growth, and discount rate to see how the fair value and margin of safety for Welltower Inc. respond.
Open PE Calculator for WELLWelltower Inc. (NYSE:WELL), an S&P 500 company based in Toledo, Ohio, is a leader in reshaping healthcare infrastructure. This Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) strategically collaborates with premier operators in seniors housing, post-acute care, and health systems. Their core mission is to finance the vital property assets required to expand innovative care delivery models, thereby enhancing overall public wellness and healthcare experiences. Welltower's portfolio encompasses a variety of properties, including seniors housing, post-acute communities, and outpatient medical facilities, all situated primarily within key, rapidly growing markets across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
PE Ratio (TTM)
124.0x
PEG Ratio
15.85
Earnings Yield
0.80%
ROE (TTM)
3.1%
Revenue/Share (TTM)
$17.90
Dividend Yield
1.28%
Debt/Equity
0.42x
The trailing twelve-month PE ratio of WELL reflects how much investors pay per dollar of Welltower Inc.'s earnings. This metric is most useful when compared to REIT - Healthcare Facilities peers and the company's own historical range.
WELL's PE of 124.0x combined with a PEG ratio of 15.85 provides a growth-adjusted perspective. A PEG above 2.0 means the P/E is high relative to the earnings growth rate. Keep in mind that PE-based valuation works best for profitable, mature companies — for high-growth or cyclical REIT - Healthcare Facilities, a DCF analysis may be more appropriate.
To value Welltower Inc. using PE: (1) Compare the current PE (124.0x) against the REIT - Healthcare Facilities median to assess relative pricing, (2) check the PEG ratio (15.85) to adjust for growth expectations, (3) review the 5-year PE range to identify where the stock sits historically, and (4) estimate fair value by multiplying a target PE by forward EPS estimates. This relative approach complements DCF's absolute valuation.
WELL's PEG ratio is 15.85, calculated by dividing the PE ratio (124.0x) by the expected earnings growth rate. A PEG above 2.0 means the P/E is high relative to the expected earnings growth rate. Note that PEG accuracy depends on the reliability of growth estimates.
PE ratio gives a quick relative read — how WELL is priced versus REIT - Healthcare Facilities peers. DCF provides an absolute value based on projected free cash flows. For the most reliable valuation, use PE as a quick comparability screen and DCF for a deeper fundamental analysis. Each method has blind spots: PE ignores capital structure and cash flow quality, while DCF is sensitive to growth and discount rate assumptions.
P/E and DCF value WELL with different methods and assumptions, so the two conclusions can differ. Compare the DCF intrinsic value.
Price as of 2026-08-21. Financial data from Financial Modeling Prep (trailing twelve months) · Valuation methodology by Charlie Wang.
This is an estimate, not investment advice.