EastGroup Properties Inc (EGP)vsSotherly Hotels Inc Pref (SOHOO)
EGP
EastGroup Properties Inc
$201.20
+1.55%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.82B
SOHOO
Sotherly Hotels Inc Pref
$11.00
0.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $78.75M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
EastGroup Properties Inc generates 317% more annual revenue ($735.38M vs $176.39M). EGP leads profitability with a 39.8% profit margin vs -4.4%. EGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
EGP
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
SOHOO
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+2.3%
Fair Value
$194.42
Current Price
$201.20
$6.78 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SOHOO.
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
Earnings expanding 243.0% YoY
Generating 9.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 1.9%
ROE of -22.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 6.1%
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 : SOHOO
The strongest argument for SOHOO centers on EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : EGP
The primary concerns for EGP are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SOHOO
The primary concerns for SOHOO are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGP profiles as a mature stock while SOHOO is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
EGP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
EGP is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
SOHOO generates stronger free cash flow (9.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EGP scores higher overall (63/100 vs 30/100), backed by strong 39.8% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
Sotherly Hotels Inc Pref
REAL ESTATE · REIT - HOTEL & MOTEL · USA
Sotherly Hotels Inc. is a self-managed, self-managed lodging REIT focused on acquiring, renovating, upgrading, and repositioning luxury full-service hotels to upscale hotels in the southern United States. The company is headquartered in Williamsburg, Virginia.
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