REIT - Diversified · NYSE
Current Price
$72.06
Intrinsic Value
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Run a PE ratio stock valuation on W. P. Carey Inc. with auto-filled earnings data, adjustable target PE, and instant fair value estimate.
W. P. Carey ranks 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 September 30, 2020. For nearly five decades, the company has invested in high-quality single-tenant industrial, warehouse, office, retail and self-storage properties subject to long-term net leases with built-in rent escalators. Its portfolio is located primarily in the U.S. and Northern and Western Europe and is well-diversified by tenant, property type, geographic location and tenant industry.
Earnings Yield
3.25%
ROE (TTM)
6.3%
Based on trailing twelve-month data, WPC has earnings per share of N/A and trades at a PE ratio of N/A. These are key inputs for stock valuation using the PE ratio method.
The trailing twelve-month PE ratio of WPC reflects how much investors pay per dollar of W. P. Carey Inc.'s earnings. This metric is most useful when compared to REIT - Diversified peers and the company's own historical range.
Whether WPC is overvalued depends on comparing its PE ratio to REIT - Diversified peers, historical averages, and growth expectations. A PE above the sector average may indicate overvaluation, but high-growth companies often command premium multiples. Consider pairing PE analysis with a DCF model for a more complete picture.
To value W. P. Carey Inc. using PE: (1) Compare the current PE against the REIT - Diversified median to assess relative pricing, (2) check the PEG ratio 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.
The PEG ratio divides the PE ratio by the expected earnings growth rate, providing a growth-adjusted valuation metric. A PEG below 1.0 may indicate undervaluation relative to growth, while above 2.0 may suggest overvaluation. PEG is most reliable for companies with stable, predictable earnings growth.
PE ratio gives a quick relative read — how WPC is priced versus REIT - Diversified 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.
