Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)vsKite Realty Group Trust (KRG)
FRT
Federal Realty Investment Trust
$122.56
+1.45%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.94B
KRG
Kite Realty Group Trust
$27.69
+1.47%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Federal Realty Investment Trust generates 59% more annual revenue ($1.31B vs $823.99M). FRT leads profitability with a 38.6% profit margin vs 34.7%. KRG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.14. FRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
FRT
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
KRG
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+35.5%
Fair Value
$165.94
Current Price
$122.56
$43.38 discount
Margin of Safety
+48.0%
Fair Value
$47.53
Current Price
$27.69
$19.84 discount
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
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 48.7%
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 : KRG
The strongest argument for KRG centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.7% and operating margin at 24.1%.
Bear Case : FRT
The primary concerns for FRT are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : KRG
The primary concerns for KRG are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FRT profiles as a mature stock while KRG is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
FRT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
FRT is growing revenue faster at 10.3% — sustainability is the question.
FRT generates stronger free cash flow (121M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FRT scores higher overall (65/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 38.6% margins and 10.3% revenue growth. KRG offers better value entry with a 48.0% margin of safety. 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.
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.
Kite Realty Group Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Kite Realty Group Trust is a vertically integrated, full-service real estate investment trust (REIT) that provides communities with convenient and beneficial shopping experiences.
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