EastGroup Properties Inc (EGP)vsExtra Space Storage Inc (EXR)
EGP
EastGroup Properties Inc
$204.17
-2.07%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $11.21B
EXR
Extra Space Storage Inc
$149.86
+0.09%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $32.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Extra Space Storage Inc generates 367% more annual revenue ($3.51B vs $751.42M). EGP leads profitability with a 40.6% profit margin vs 27.3%. EXR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 6.39. EGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
EGP
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
EXR
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-3.2%
Fair Value
$183.95
Current Price
$204.17
$20.22 premium
Margin of Safety
-6.3%
Fair Value
$134.10
Current Price
$149.86
$15.76 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 41 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.8%
Strong operational efficiency at 45.9%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.8% revenue growth
ROE of 7.2% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EGP
The strongest argument for EGP centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 40.6% and operating margin at 40.8%.
Bull Case : EXR
The strongest argument for EXR centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.3% and operating margin at 45.9%.
Bear Case : EGP
The primary concerns for EGP are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : EXR
The primary concerns for EXR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGP profiles as a mature stock while EXR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EXR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
EGP is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
EXR generates stronger free cash flow (386M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EGP scores higher overall (57/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 40.6% margins. 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.
EastGroup Properties Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
EastGroup Properties, Inc. (NYSE: EGP), an S&P MidCap 400 company, is a self-managed capital real estate investment trust focused on the development, acquisition and operation of industrial properties in Sunbelt's major markets in the United States. with an emphasis on the states of Florida, Texas, Arizona, California and North Carolina.
Extra Space Storage Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Extra Space Storage is a real estate investment trust headquartered in Cottonwood Heights, Utah that invests in self storage units.
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