Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc (EPRT)vsRegency Centers Corporation (REG)
EPRT
Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc
$28.79
-1.07%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.41B
REG
Regency Centers Corporation
$74.62
-0.92%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $14.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Regency Centers Corporation generates 174% more annual revenue ($1.69B vs $615.49M). EPRT leads profitability with a 43.5% profit margin vs 33.0%. EPRT trades at a lower P/E of 22.9x. REG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
EPRT
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
REG
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+28.7%
Fair Value
$44.25
Current Price
$28.79
$15.46 discount
Margin of Safety
+44.3%
Fair Value
$137.30
Current Price
$74.62
$62.68 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 44 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 62.5%
18.1% revenue growth
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 39.6%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.8% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPRT
The strongest argument for EPRT centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.5% and operating margin at 62.5%. Revenue growth of 18.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : REG
The strongest argument for REG centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.0% and operating margin at 39.6%.
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, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
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 0.87 — expect wider price swings.
EPRT is growing revenue faster at 18.1% — sustainability is the question.
REG generates stronger free cash flow (174M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
REG scores higher overall (59/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 33.0% margins. EPRT offers better value entry with a 28.7% 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.
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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