Saul Centers Inc (BFS)vsFederal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)
BFS
Saul Centers Inc
$32.71
-0.55%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.03B
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 353% more annual revenue ($1.28B vs $282.62M). FRT leads profitability with a 32.1% profit margin vs 13.8%. FRT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.65. FRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
BFS
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
FRT
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-341.7%
Fair Value
$7.75
Current Price
$32.71
$24.96 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
Strong operational efficiency at 43.1%
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
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 33.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.1% and operating margin at 34.5%.
Bear Case : BFS
The primary concerns for BFS are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : FRT
The primary concerns for FRT are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BFS profiles as a value stock while FRT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BFS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — 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 47/100), backed by strong 32.1% margins. Both earn "Strong 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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