Kite Realty Group Trust (KRG)vsRealty Income Corporation (O)
KRG
Kite Realty Group Trust
$27.69
+1.47%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.08B
O
Realty Income Corporation
$60.84
+1.82%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $55.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Realty Income Corporation generates 620% more annual revenue ($5.93B vs $823.99M). KRG leads profitability with a 34.7% profit margin vs 18.9%. KRG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.14. O earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
KRG
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
O
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+48.0%
Fair Value
$47.53
Current Price
$27.69
$19.84 discount
Margin of Safety
-5.9%
Fair Value
$60.93
Current Price
$60.84
$0.09 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.1%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 45.5%
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 48.7%
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : O
The strongest argument for O centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 45.5%. Revenue growth of 12.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KRG
The primary concerns for KRG are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : O
The primary concerns for O are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 49.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KRG profiles as a declining stock while O is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
KRG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.85 — expect wider price swings.
O is growing revenue faster at 12.0% — sustainability is the question.
O generates stronger free cash flow (848M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
O scores higher overall (60/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 18.9% margins and 12.0% 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.
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.
Realty Income Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Realty Income Corporation is a real estate investment trust that invests in free-standing, single-tenant commercial properties in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom that are subject to NNN Leases. The company is organized in Maryland with its headquarters in San Diego, California.
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