Alexander & Baldwin Holdings Inc (ALEX)vsFederal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)
ALEX
Alexander & Baldwin Holdings Inc
$20.84
+0.05%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.52B
FRT
Federal Realty Investment Trust
$122.56
+1.45%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Federal Realty Investment Trust generates 511% more annual revenue ($1.31B vs $214.96M). FRT leads profitability with a 38.6% profit margin vs 0.3%. FRT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.65. FRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
ALEX
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
FRT
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-33.0%
Fair Value
$15.64
Current Price
$20.84
$5.20 premium
Margin of Safety
+35.5%
Fair Value
$165.94
Current Price
$122.56
$43.38 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.1%
Earnings expanding 152.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.1% — below average capital efficiency
0.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.3%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALEX
The strongest argument for ALEX centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : FRT
The strongest argument for FRT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 38.6% and operating margin at 34.1%. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALEX
The primary concerns for ALEX are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : FRT
The primary concerns for FRT are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALEX profiles as a value stock while FRT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALEX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
FRT is growing revenue faster at 10.3% — sustainability is the question.
FRT generates stronger free cash flow (121M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FRT scores higher overall (65/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 38.6% margins and 10.3% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Alexander & Baldwin Holdings Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. (A&B) is Hawaii's leading commercial real estate company and the largest neighborhood grocery shopping center owner in the state.
Federal Realty Investment Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Federal Realty Investment Trust is a real estate investment trust that invests in shopping centers in the Northeastern United States, the Mid-Atlantic states, California, and South Florida.
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