Agree Realty Corporation (ADC)vsRegency Centers Corporation (REG)
ADC
Agree Realty Corporation
$76.15
-3.20%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $9.17B
REG
Regency Centers Corporation
$74.87
-2.37%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $13.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Regency Centers Corporation generates 124% more annual revenue ($1.61B vs $718.40M). REG leads profitability with a 32.7% 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-
REG
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-48.5%
Fair Value
$51.68
Current Price
$76.15
$24.47 premium
Margin of Safety
+42.1%
Fair Value
$131.98
Current Price
$74.87
$57.11 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 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.8%
Earnings expanding 141.9% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Moderate valuation
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : REG
The strongest argument for REG centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.7% and operating margin at 38.8%.
Bear Case : ADC
The primary concerns for ADC are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 43.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : REG
The primary concerns for REG are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADC profiles as a growth stock while REG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
REG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
ADC is growing revenue faster at 18.5% — sustainability is the question.
REG generates stronger free cash flow (76M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADC scores higher overall (68/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 28.4% margins and 18.5% revenue growth. REG offers better value entry with a 42.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Regency Centers Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Regency Centers Corporation is a real estate investment trust based in Jacksonville, Florida and is one of the largest operators of shopping centers with grocery stores as anchor tenants.
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