Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)vsInventrust Properties Corp (IVT)
FRT
Federal Realty Investment Trust
$122.56
+1.45%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.94B
IVT
Inventrust Properties Corp
$33.45
+1.55%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.73B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Federal Realty Investment Trust generates 326% more annual revenue ($1.31B vs $307.98M). FRT leads profitability with a 38.6% profit margin vs 35.7%. FRT trades at a lower P/E of 21.8x. FRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
FRT
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
IVT
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+35.4%
Fair Value
$165.65
Current Price
$122.56
$43.09 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for IVT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.1%
Earnings expanding 152.5% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 24.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FRT
The strongest argument for FRT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 38.6% and operating margin at 34.1%. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : IVT
The strongest argument for IVT centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.7% and operating margin at 18.1%. Revenue growth of 11.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FRT
The primary concerns for FRT are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : IVT
The primary concerns for IVT are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FRT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
IVT is growing revenue faster at 11.9% — sustainability is the question.
FRT generates stronger free cash flow (121M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
FRT scores higher overall (65/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 38.6% margins and 10.3% revenue growth. 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.
Federal Realty Investment Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Federal Realty Investment Trust is a real estate investment trust that invests in shopping centers in the Northeastern United States, the Mid-Atlantic states, California, and South Florida.
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