Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc (EPRT)vsRegency Centers Corporation (REG)
EPRT
Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc
$30.69
-1.32%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.54B
REG
Regency Centers Corporation
$74.43
-0.20%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $13.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Regency Centers Corporation generates 187% more annual revenue ($1.61B vs $561.22M). EPRT leads profitability with a 45.1% profit margin vs 32.7%. EPRT trades at a lower P/E of 24.5x. REG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
EPRT
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
REG
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1.1%
Fair Value
$31.19
Current Price
$30.69
$0.50 premium
Margin of Safety
+42.1%
Fair Value
$131.98
Current Price
$74.43
$57.55 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 45 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 65.6%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.2% year-over-year
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.8%
Earnings expanding 141.9% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPRT
The strongest argument for EPRT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 45.1% and operating margin at 65.6%. Revenue growth of 25.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : REG
The strongest argument for REG centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.7% and operating margin at 38.8%.
Bear Case : EPRT
The primary concerns for EPRT are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : REG
The primary concerns for REG are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPRT profiles as a growth stock while REG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
EPRT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
EPRT is growing revenue faster at 25.2% — sustainability is the question.
REG generates stronger free cash flow (76M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
REG scores higher overall (65/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 32.7% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc., a real estate company, acquires, owns and manages single-tenant properties in the United States. The company is headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey.
Visit Website →Regency Centers Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Regency Centers Corporation is a real estate investment trust based in Jacksonville, Florida and is one of the largest operators of shopping centers with grocery stores as anchor tenants.
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