EastGroup Properties Inc (EGP)vsChicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance Inc (REFI)
EGP
EastGroup Properties Inc
$203.00
+1.30%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.66B
REFI
Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance Inc
$12.25
+2.42%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $259.79M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
EastGroup Properties Inc generates 1245% more annual revenue ($735.38M vs $54.66M). REFI leads profitability with a 65.9% profit margin vs 39.8%. REFI trades at a lower P/E of 7.3x. EGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
EGP
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
REFI
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+2.3%
Fair Value
$194.31
Current Price
$203.00
$8.69 discount
Margin of Safety
+18.7%
Fair Value
$14.64
Current Price
$12.25
$2.39 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.2%
Earnings expanding 55.3% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 66 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 57.7%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Earnings declined 3.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EGP
The strongest argument for EGP centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.8% and operating margin at 40.2%.
Bull Case : REFI
The strongest argument for REFI centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 65.9% and operating margin at 57.7%.
Bear Case : EGP
The primary concerns for EGP are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : REFI
The primary concerns for REFI are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGP profiles as a mature stock while REFI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EGP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.07 — expect wider price swings.
EGP is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
EGP generates stronger free cash flow (127M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EGP scores higher overall (61/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 39.8% margins. REFI offers better value entry with a 18.7% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
EastGroup Properties Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
EastGroup Properties, Inc. (NYSE: EGP), an S&P MidCap 400 company, is a self-managed capital real estate investment trust focused on the development, acquisition and operation of industrial properties in Sunbelt's major markets in the United States. with an emphasis on the states of Florida, Texas, Arizona, California and North Carolina.
Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - MORTGAGE · USA
Chicago Atlantic Real Estate Finance Inc. is a specialized Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) dedicated to providing secured financing solutions primarily to the rapidly growing cannabis industry. The company is uniquely positioned to capitalize on this burgeoning sector, aiming to enhance shareholder value through a diversified and strategically managed portfolio. With a robust risk management framework and an experienced management team possessing profound industry knowledge, Chicago Atlantic is well-equipped to navigate the complex regulatory landscapes, seeking to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns for institutional investors.
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