EastGroup Properties Inc (EGP)vsRush Enterprises A Inc (RUSHA)
EGP
EastGroup Properties Inc
$205.32
+0.70%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $11.04B
RUSHA
Rush Enterprises A Inc
$72.31
+1.42%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $5.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Rush Enterprises A Inc generates 888% more annual revenue ($7.27B vs $735.38M). EGP leads profitability with a 39.8% profit margin vs 3.6%. RUSHA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.16. EGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
EGP
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
RUSHA
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+2.3%
Fair Value
$194.28
Current Price
$205.32
$11.04 discount
Margin of Safety
+55.8%
Fair Value
$164.81
Current Price
$72.31
$92.50 discount
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 9.0%
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 : RUSHA
The strongest argument for RUSHA centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : EGP
The primary concerns for EGP are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : RUSHA
The primary concerns for RUSHA are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGP profiles as a mature stock while RUSHA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EGP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.07 — expect wider price swings.
EGP is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
EGP generates stronger free cash flow (127M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EGP scores higher overall (61/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 39.8% margins. RUSHA offers better value entry with a 55.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Rush Enterprises A Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO & TRUCK DEALERSHIPS · USA
Rush Enterprises, Inc. is an integrated retailer of commercial vehicles and related services in the United States. The company is headquartered in New Braunfels, Texas.
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