Alexander & Baldwin Holdings Inc (ALEX)vsSimon Property Group Inc (SPG)
ALEX
Alexander & Baldwin Holdings Inc
$20.84
+0.05%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.52B
SPG
Simon Property Group Inc
$181.57
+1.85%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $57.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Simon Property Group Inc generates 2861% more annual revenue ($6.36B vs $214.96M). SPG leads profitability with a 72.7% profit margin vs 30.1%. ALEX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.48. SPG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ALEX
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
SPG
Strong Buy67
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
+70.6%
Fair Value
$663.16
Current Price
$181.57
$481.59 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
Every $100 of equity generates 104 in profit
Keeps 73 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.7%
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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%
Trading at 11.4x book value
3.6% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : SPG
The strongest argument for SPG centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 72.7% and operating margin at 49.7%. Revenue growth of 13.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ALEX
The primary concerns for ALEX are Market Cap, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SPG
The primary concerns for SPG are Price/Book, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALEX profiles as a declining stock while SPG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SPG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
SPG is growing revenue faster at 13.2% — sustainability is the question.
SPG generates stronger free cash flow (982M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SPG scores higher overall (67/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 72.7% margins and 13.2% revenue growth. 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.
Simon Property Group Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Simon Property Group, Inc. is a real estate investment trust that invests in shopping malls, outlet centers, and community/lifestyle centers. It is the largest owner of shopping malls in the United States and is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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