Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)vsKimco Realty Corporation (KIM)
FRT
Federal Realty Investment Trust
$110.91
-0.76%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.19B
KIM
Kimco Realty Corporation
$22.53
-0.18%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $15.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kimco Realty Corporation generates 64% more annual revenue ($2.19B vs $1.34B). FRT leads profitability with a 32.7% profit margin vs 27.8%. KIM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.37. KIM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
FRT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
KIM
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+35.7%
Fair Value
$166.33
Current Price
$110.91
$55.42 discount
Margin of Safety
+11.4%
Fair Value
$24.83
Current Price
$22.53
$2.30 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.0%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 36.6%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 45.6%
Moderate valuation
4.9% revenue growth
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FRT
The strongest argument for FRT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.7% and operating margin at 35.0%.
Bull Case : KIM
The strongest argument for KIM centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.8% and operating margin at 36.6%.
Bear Case : FRT
The primary concerns for FRT are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : KIM
The primary concerns for KIM are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FRT profiles as a mature stock while KIM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KIM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
FRT is growing revenue faster at 7.2% — sustainability is the question.
KIM generates stronger free cash flow (233M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KIM scores higher overall (56/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 27.8% margins. FRT offers better value entry with a 35.7% 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.
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.
Kimco Realty Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Kimco Realty Corporation is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that invests in shopping centers.
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