Agree Realty Corporation (ADC)vsAlexander & Baldwin Holdings Inc (ALEX)
ADC
Agree Realty Corporation
$71.23
-0.36%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $9.08B
ALEX
Alexander & Baldwin Holdings Inc
$20.84
+0.05%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Agree Realty Corporation generates 263% more annual revenue ($779.62M vs $214.96M). ADC leads profitability with a 28.8% profit margin vs 0.3%. ADC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.13. ADC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ADC
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
ALEX
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+79.3%
Fair Value
$370.90
Current Price
$71.23
$299.67 discount
Margin of Safety
-33.0%
Fair Value
$15.64
Current Price
$20.84
$5.20 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 48.1%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
16.8% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.1% earnings growth
ROE of 3.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.1% — below average capital efficiency
0.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADC
The strongest argument for ADC centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.8% and operating margin at 48.1%. Revenue growth of 16.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ALEX
The strongest argument for ALEX centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : ADC
The primary concerns for ADC are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : ALEX
The primary concerns for ALEX are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADC profiles as a growth stock while ALEX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALEX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
ADC is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
ALEX generates stronger free cash flow (-21M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADC scores higher overall (64/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 28.8% margins and 16.8% revenue growth. 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.
Agree Realty Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Agree Realty Corporation is a publicly traded real estate investment trust primarily engaged in the acquisition and development of net leased properties to industry leading retail tenants.
Alexander & Baldwin Holdings Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. (A&B) is Hawaii's leading commercial real estate company and the largest neighborhood grocery shopping center owner in the state.
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