Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)vsPhillips Edison & Co Inc (PECO)
FRT
Federal Realty Investment Trust
$103.27
+0.15%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $8.95B
PECO
Phillips Edison & Co Inc
$36.83
-0.03%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $5.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Federal Realty Investment Trust generates 76% more annual revenue ($1.28B vs $726.59M). FRT leads profitability with a 32.1% profit margin vs 15.3%. FRT trades at a lower P/E of 22.0x. FRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
FRT
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
PECO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+51.2%
Fair Value
$219.02
Current Price
$103.27
$115.75 discount
Margin of Safety
+9.5%
Fair Value
$41.65
Current Price
$36.83
$4.82 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.5%
Earnings expanding 98.7% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.7%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
1.5% earnings growth
ROE of 4.7% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 32.1% and operating margin at 34.5%.
Bull Case : PECO
The strongest argument for PECO centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 28.7%.
Bear Case : FRT
The primary concerns for FRT are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : PECO
The primary concerns for PECO are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 41.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FRT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
PECO is growing revenue faster at 8.6% — sustainability is the question.
PECO generates stronger free cash flow (56M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FRT scores higher overall (66/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 32.1% 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.
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.
Phillips Edison & Co Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Phillips Edison & Company, Inc. (PECO) is a leading fully integrated real estate investment trust (REIT) that focuses on the ownership, operation, and development of grocery-anchored shopping centers across the United States. With a diverse portfolio of over 300 strategically positioned properties, PECO leverages favorable demographic trends and strong consumer preferences to drive value creation. The company is dedicated to building robust relationships with national and regional retailers, enhancing tenant stability and fostering sustainable cash flow growth. Committed to delivering long-term shareholder value, PECO emphasizes disciplined capital management and sustainability initiatives in its operational strategies.
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