Agree Realty Corporation (ADC)vsKite Realty Group Trust (KRG)
ADC
Agree Realty Corporation
$74.22
-1.36%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $9.06B
KRG
Kite Realty Group Trust
$24.26
-0.86%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $5.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kite Realty Group Trust generates 18% more annual revenue ($844.37M vs $718.40M). KRG leads profitability with a 35.4% profit margin vs 28.4%. ADC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.13. ADC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
ADC
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
KRG
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-48.5%
Fair Value
$51.68
Current Price
$74.22
$22.54 premium
Margin of Safety
+61.5%
Fair Value
$64.12
Current Price
$24.26
$39.86 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 48.3%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
18.5% revenue growth
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.2%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 3.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 3.8%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADC
The strongest argument for ADC centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.4% and operating margin at 48.3%. Revenue growth of 18.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : KRG
The strongest argument for KRG centers on Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.4% and operating margin at 23.2%.
Bear Case : ADC
The primary concerns for ADC are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 42.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : KRG
The primary concerns for KRG are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADC profiles as a growth stock while KRG is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
KRG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.87 — expect wider price swings.
ADC is growing revenue faster at 18.5% — sustainability is the question.
KRG generates stronger free cash flow (69M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADC scores higher overall (68/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 28.4% margins and 18.5% revenue growth. KRG offers better value entry with a 61.5% margin of safety. 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.
Agree Realty Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Agree Realty Corporation is a publicly traded real estate investment trust primarily engaged in the acquisition and development of net leased properties to industry leading retail tenants.
Kite Realty Group Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Kite Realty Group Trust is a vertically integrated, full-service real estate investment trust (REIT) that provides communities with convenient and beneficial shopping experiences.
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