EastGroup Properties Inc (EGP)vsRLJ Lodging Trust (RLJ)
EGP
EastGroup Properties Inc
$200.22
-0.31%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.69B
RLJ
RLJ Lodging Trust
$12.59
-1.33%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
RLJ Lodging Trust generates 80% more annual revenue ($1.38B vs $768.73M). EGP leads profitability with a 41.1% profit margin vs 2.0%. RLJ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.06. EGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
EGP
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
RLJ
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1.2%
Fair Value
$187.72
Current Price
$200.22
$12.50 premium
Margin of Safety
+55.4%
Fair Value
$18.86
Current Price
$12.59
$6.27 discount
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%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.0% margin — thin
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 : RLJ
The strongest argument for RLJ centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : EGP
The primary concerns for EGP are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : RLJ
The primary concerns for RLJ are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGP profiles as a mature stock while RLJ is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
RLJ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
EGP is growing revenue faster at 9.5% — sustainability is the question.
RLJ generates stronger free cash flow (94M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EGP scores higher overall (57/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 41.1% margins. RLJ offers better value entry with a 55.4% margin of safety. 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.
RLJ Lodging Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
RLJ Lodging Trust is a publicly traded and publicly traded real estate investment trust primarily owning premium brand, high margin, focused service and compact full service hotels.
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