EastGroup Properties Inc (EGP)vsSL Green Realty Corp (SLG)
EGP
EastGroup Properties Inc
$198.21
-0.11%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.47B
SLG
SL Green Realty Corp
$47.83
+1.51%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SL Green Realty Corp generates 27% more annual revenue ($937.37M vs $735.38M). EGP leads profitability with a 39.8% profit margin vs -16.2%. SLG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.30. EGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
EGP
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
SLG
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-5.4%
Fair Value
$180.11
Current Price
$198.21
$18.10 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SLG.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Operating margin of 1.3%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -3.5% — below average capital efficiency
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 : SLG
The strongest argument for SLG centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.30 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EGP
The primary concerns for EGP are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SLG
The primary concerns for SLG are Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGP profiles as a mature stock while SLG is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SLG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.60 — 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 37/100), backed by strong 39.8% margins. 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.
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