EastGroup Properties Inc (EGP)vsFirst Industrial Realty Trust Inc (FR)
EGP
EastGroup Properties Inc
$183.09
-2.17%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.19B
FR
First Industrial Realty Trust Inc
$57.00
-3.11%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $8.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
First Industrial Realty Trust Inc generates 1% more annual revenue ($727.56M vs $719.57M). EGP leads profitability with a 35.8% profit margin vs 34.0%. FR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.74. EGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
EGP
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
FR
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-87.4%
Fair Value
$101.32
Current Price
$183.09
$81.77 premium
Margin of Safety
-2.0%
Fair Value
$58.19
Current Price
$57.00
$1.19 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.5%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.1%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EGP
The strongest argument for EGP centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.8% and operating margin at 40.5%. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FR
The strongest argument for FR centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.0% and operating margin at 42.1%.
Bear Case : EGP
The primary concerns for EGP are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : FR
The primary concerns for FR are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
EGP is growing revenue faster at 14.3% — sustainability is the question.
EGP generates stronger free cash flow (52M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
EGP scores higher overall (59/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 35.8% margins and 14.3% 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.
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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