EastGroup Properties Inc (EGP)vsThe Southern Company JR 2017B NT 77 (SOJC)
EGP
EastGroup Properties Inc
$198.12
+0.72%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.58B
SOJC
The Southern Company JR 2017B NT 77
$19.10
+0.47%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $21.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
EGP leads profitability with a 40.6% profit margin vs 0.0%. SOJC trades at a lower P/E of 23.2x. EGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
EGP
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
SOJC
Avoid21
out of 100
Grade: F
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 SOJC.
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
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
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 : SOJC
SOJC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : EGP
The primary concerns for EGP are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SOJC
The primary concerns for SOJC are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.95 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGP profiles as a mature stock while SOJC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EGP is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
EGP generates stronger free cash flow (76M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
EGP scores higher overall (59/100 vs 21/100), backed by strong 40.6% 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.
The Southern Company JR 2017B NT 77
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
The Southern Company is dedicated to the generation, transmission and distribution of electric power. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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