EastGroup Properties Inc (EGP)vsTarget Corporation (TGT)
EGP
EastGroup Properties Inc
$183.60
+0.38%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $9.77B
TGT
Target Corporation
$116.37
+0.39%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $52.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Target Corporation generates 14461% more annual revenue ($104.78B vs $719.57M). EGP leads profitability with a 35.8% profit margin vs 3.5%. TGT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.22. EGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
EGP
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
TGT
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-88.2%
Fair Value
$100.91
Current Price
$183.60
$82.69 premium
Margin of Safety
-107.3%
Fair Value
$55.28
Current Price
$116.37
$61.09 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
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.5%
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 : TGT
The strongest argument for TGT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : EGP
The primary concerns for EGP are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TGT
The primary concerns for TGT are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 3.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGP profiles as a mature stock while TGT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EGP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
EGP is growing revenue faster at 14.3% — sustainability is the question.
TGT generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EGP scores higher overall (58/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 35.8% margins and 14.3% revenue growth. 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.
Target Corporation
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · DISCOUNT STORES · USA
Target Corporation is an American retail corporation. Their retail formats include the discount store Target, the hypermarket SuperTarget, and small-format stores previously named CityTarget and TargetExpress before being consolidated under the Target branding.
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