Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)vsUrban Edge Properties (UE)
FRT
Federal Realty Investment Trust
$103.27
+0.15%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $8.95B
UE
Urban Edge Properties
$20.18
-0.25%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Federal Realty Investment Trust generates 171% more annual revenue ($1.28B vs $471.94M). FRT leads profitability with a 32.1% profit margin vs 19.8%. FRT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.65. FRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
FRT
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
UE
Buy51
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
-311.3%
Fair Value
$5.03
Current Price
$20.18
$15.15 premium
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 24.7%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
2.7% revenue growth
ROE of 7.1% — 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, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.1% and operating margin at 34.5%.
Bull Case : UE
The strongest argument for UE centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.8% and operating margin at 24.7%.
Bear Case : FRT
The primary concerns for FRT are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : UE
The primary concerns for UE are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FRT profiles as a mature stock while UE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
FRT is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
FRT generates stronger free cash flow (51M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FRT scores higher overall (66/100 vs 51/100), 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.
Urban Edge Properties
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Urban Edge Properties is a NYSE-listed real estate investment trust focused on managing, acquiring, developing and remodeling retail real estate in urban communities, primarily in the New York metropolitan region.
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