EastGroup Properties Inc (EGP)vsPublic Storage (PSA)
EGP
EastGroup Properties Inc
$200.85
+1.01%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.69B
PSA
Public Storage
$333.24
+2.61%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $60.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Public Storage generates 556% more annual revenue ($5.04B vs $768.73M). EGP leads profitability with a 41.1% profit margin vs 37.7%. PSA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.35. EGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
EGP
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
PSA
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1.2%
Fair Value
$187.72
Current Price
$200.85
$13.13 premium
Margin of Safety
-5.7%
Fair Value
$277.93
Current Price
$333.24
$55.31 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 41 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.6%
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 39.5%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EGP
The strongest argument for EGP centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.1% and operating margin at 41.6%.
Bull Case : PSA
The strongest argument for PSA centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.7% and operating margin at 39.5%. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EGP
The primary concerns for EGP are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : PSA
The primary concerns for PSA are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
PSA is growing revenue faster at 10.8% — sustainability is the question.
PSA generates stronger free cash flow (799M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - INDUSTRIAL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
EGP scores higher overall (57/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 41.1% 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.
Public Storage
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
Public Storage is an American international self storage company headquartered in Glendale, California, that is run as a real estate investment trust (REIT).
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