EastGroup Properties Inc (EGP)vsFirst Industrial Realty Trust Inc (FR)
EGP
EastGroup Properties Inc
$198.34
-0.92%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.66B
FR
First Industrial Realty Trust Inc
$61.06
-1.74%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $8.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
First Industrial Realty Trust Inc generates 1% more annual revenue ($745.20M vs $735.38M). FR leads profitability with a 46.0% profit margin vs 39.8%. FR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.74. FR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
EGP
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
FR
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+2.3%
Fair Value
$194.37
Current Price
$198.34
$3.97 discount
Margin of Safety
-25.3%
Fair Value
$47.41
Current Price
$61.06
$13.65 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.2%
Earnings expanding 55.3% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 46 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.0%
Earnings expanding 199.7% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EGP
The strongest argument for EGP centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.8% and operating margin at 40.2%.
Bull Case : FR
The strongest argument for FR centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 46.0% and operating margin at 35.0%.
Bear Case : EGP
The primary concerns for EGP are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : FR
The primary concerns for FR are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
FR is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — sustainability is the question.
EGP generates stronger free cash flow (127M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - INDUSTRIAL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FR scores higher overall (66/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 46.0% margins. 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.
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.
First Industrial Realty Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: FR) is a leading fully integrated industrial real estate owner, operator, and developer with a history of providing industry-leading customer service to multinational corporations and regional clients.
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