EastGroup Properties Inc (EGP)vsSL Green Realty Corp (SLG)
EGP
EastGroup Properties Inc
$198.12
+0.72%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.58B
SLG
SL Green Realty Corp
$53.08
+2.81%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SL Green Realty Corp generates 33% more annual revenue ($998.00M vs $751.42M). EGP leads profitability with a 40.6% profit margin vs -16.7%. SLG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.30. EGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
EGP
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
SLG
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-3.3%
Fair Value
$183.79
Current Price
$198.12
$14.33 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SLG.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 41 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.8%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 27.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -3.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 98.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EGP
The strongest argument for EGP centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 40.6% and operating margin at 40.8%.
Bull Case : SLG
The strongest argument for SLG centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 27.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.30 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EGP
The primary concerns for EGP are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SLG
The primary concerns for SLG are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.51 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGP profiles as a mature stock while SLG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SLG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.60 — expect wider price swings.
SLG is growing revenue faster at 27.3% — sustainability is the question.
EGP generates stronger free cash flow (76M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EGP scores higher overall (59/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 40.6% 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.
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.
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