Agree Realty Corporation (ADC)vsKimco Realty Corporation (KIM)
ADC
Agree Realty Corporation
$76.50
+0.72%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $9.20B
KIM
Kimco Realty Corporation
$23.80
+1.10%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $15.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kimco Realty Corporation generates 188% more annual revenue ($2.16B vs $750.04M). ADC leads profitability with a 29.2% profit margin vs 28.5%. ADC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.13. ADC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
ADC
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
KIM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+80.4%
Fair Value
$391.67
Current Price
$76.50
$315.17 discount
Margin of Safety
+21.2%
Fair Value
$27.91
Current Price
$23.80
$4.11 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 48.7%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.7% revenue growth
Strong operational efficiency at 34.4%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 29.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 3.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
4.0% revenue growth
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADC
The strongest argument for ADC centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.2% and operating margin at 48.7%. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : KIM
The strongest argument for KIM centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.5% and operating margin at 34.4%.
Bear Case : ADC
The primary concerns for ADC are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : KIM
The primary concerns for KIM are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADC profiles as a growth stock while KIM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KIM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.05 — expect wider price swings.
ADC is growing revenue faster at 18.7% — sustainability is the question.
KIM generates stronger free cash flow (180M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADC scores higher overall (68/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 29.2% margins and 18.7% revenue growth. KIM offers better value entry with a 21.2% margin of safety. 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.
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.
Kimco Realty Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Kimco Realty Corporation is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that invests in shopping centers.
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