Alexander & Baldwin Holdings Inc (ALEX)vsRegency Centers Corporation (REG)
ALEX
Alexander & Baldwin Holdings Inc
$20.84
+0.05%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.52B
REG
Regency Centers Corporation
$74.43
-0.20%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $13.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Regency Centers Corporation generates 649% more annual revenue ($1.61B vs $214.96M). REG leads profitability with a 32.7% profit margin vs 30.1%. REG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.61. REG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
ALEX
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
REG
Strong Buy65
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
+42.1%
Fair Value
$131.98
Current Price
$74.43
$57.55 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 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.8%
Earnings expanding 141.9% 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%
Moderate valuation
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
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 : REG
The strongest argument for REG centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.7% and operating margin at 38.8%.
Bear Case : ALEX
The primary concerns for ALEX are Market Cap, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : REG
The primary concerns for REG are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALEX profiles as a declining stock while REG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALEX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
REG is growing revenue faster at 8.9% — sustainability is the question.
REG generates stronger free cash flow (76M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
REG scores higher overall (65/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 32.7% 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.
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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