Acadia Realty Trust (AKR)vsBrixmor Property (BRX)
AKR
Acadia Realty Trust
$22.40
+2.10%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.20B
BRX
Brixmor Property
$30.35
-1.63%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Brixmor Property generates 245% more annual revenue ($1.39B vs $402.24M). BRX leads profitability with a 32.0% profit margin vs 11.4%. BRX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.68. BRX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
AKR
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
BRX
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+57.9%
Fair Value
$48.81
Current Price
$22.40
$26.41 discount
Margin of Safety
-50.1%
Fair Value
$21.71
Current Price
$30.35
$8.64 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 2060.0% YoY
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.8%
Earnings expanding 80.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AKR
The strongest argument for AKR centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : BRX
The strongest argument for BRX centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.0% and operating margin at 37.8%.
Bear Case : AKR
The primary concerns for AKR are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 71.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : BRX
The primary concerns for BRX are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.87 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AKR profiles as a declining stock while BRX is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
AKR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
BRX is growing revenue faster at 5.1% — sustainability is the question.
BRX generates stronger free cash flow (141M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BRX scores higher overall (68/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 32.0% margins. AKR offers better value entry with a 57.9% 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.
Acadia Realty Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Acadia Realty Trust is an equity real estate investment trust focused on delivering long-term profitable growth through its double?
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Brixmor (NYSE: BRX) is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that owns and operates a high-quality national portfolio of outdoor shopping centers.
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