Saul Centers Inc (BFS)vsFederal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)
BFS
Saul Centers Inc
$29.33
+1.40%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.01B
FRT
Federal Realty Investment Trust
$108.24
-1.30%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $9.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Federal Realty Investment Trust generates 342% more annual revenue ($1.34B vs $302.20M). FRT leads profitability with a 32.7% profit margin vs 11.5%. FRT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.65. FRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
BFS
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
FRT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BFS.
Margin of Safety
+34.9%
Fair Value
$164.31
Current Price
$108.24
$56.07 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 41.1%
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.0%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 45.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BFS
The strongest argument for BFS centers on Operating Margin.
Bull Case : FRT
The strongest argument for FRT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.7% and operating margin at 35.0%.
Bear Case : BFS
The primary concerns for BFS are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 5.42 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : FRT
The primary concerns for FRT are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BFS profiles as a value stock while FRT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
FRT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
BFS is growing revenue faster at 8.4% — sustainability is the question.
FRT generates stronger free cash flow (118M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FRT scores higher overall (56/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 32.7% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Saul Centers Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Saul Centers, Inc. is a self-managed, self-managed capital REIT based in Bethesda, Maryland, currently operating and managing a real estate portfolio of 60 properties that includes (a) 50 community and neighborhood shopping centers and seven mixed-use properties with approximately 9.
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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