Alexander & Baldwin Holdings Inc (ALEX)vsFederal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)
ALEX
Alexander & Baldwin Holdings Inc
$20.84
+0.05%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.52B
FRT
Federal Realty Investment Trust
$103.27
+0.15%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $8.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Federal Realty Investment Trust generates 496% more annual revenue ($1.28B vs $214.96M). FRT leads profitability with a 32.1% profit margin vs 30.1%. FRT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.65. FRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
ALEX
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
FRT
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-243.8%
Fair Value
$6.05
Current Price
$20.84
$14.79 premium
Margin of Safety
+51.2%
Fair Value
$219.02
Current Price
$103.27
$115.75 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 30.9%
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 17.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALEX
The strongest argument for ALEX centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.1% and operating margin at 30.9%.
Bull 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%.
Bear Case : ALEX
The primary concerns for ALEX are Market Cap, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : FRT
The primary concerns for FRT are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALEX profiles as a declining stock while FRT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
FRT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — 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.
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.
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.
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