Agree Realty Corporation (ADC)vsRegency Centers Corporation (REG)
ADC
Agree Realty Corporation
$76.50
+0.72%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $9.20B
REG
Regency Centers Corporation
$79.08
+0.24%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $14.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Regency Centers Corporation generates 120% more annual revenue ($1.65B vs $750.04M). REG leads profitability with a 33.1% profit margin vs 29.2%. 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-
REG
Buy63
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
+48.0%
Fair Value
$147.14
Current Price
$79.08
$68.06 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
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.7%
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : REG
The strongest argument for REG centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.1% and operating margin at 40.7%.
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 : REG
The primary concerns for REG are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADC profiles as a growth stock while REG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
REG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
ADC is growing revenue faster at 18.7% — sustainability is the question.
REG generates stronger free cash flow (153M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADC scores higher overall (68/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 29.2% margins and 18.7% revenue growth. REG offers better value entry with a 48.0% 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.
Regency Centers Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Regency Centers Corporation is a real estate investment trust based in Jacksonville, Florida and is one of the largest operators of shopping centers with grocery stores as anchor tenants.
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