EastGroup Properties Inc (EGP)vsStratus Properties Inc (STRS)
EGP
EastGroup Properties Inc
$198.21
-0.11%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.47B
STRS
Stratus Properties Inc
$27.82
-2.93%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $220.40M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
EastGroup Properties Inc generates 2466% more annual revenue ($735.38M vs $28.66M). STRS leads profitability with a 75.0% profit margin vs 39.8%. STRS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.19. EGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
EGP
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
STRS
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-5.4%
Fair Value
$180.11
Current Price
$198.21
$18.10 premium
Margin of Safety
-67.6%
Fair Value
$17.90
Current Price
$27.82
$9.92 premium
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 75 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.2% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 24.8%
Earnings declined 74.4%
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 : STRS
The strongest argument for STRS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 75.0% and operating margin at -197.7%. PEG of 1.19 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 : STRS
The primary concerns for STRS are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGP profiles as a mature stock while STRS is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
STRS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — 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 44/100), backed by strong 39.8% 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.
Stratus Properties Inc
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Stratus Properties Inc., a real estate company, engages in the acquisition, licensing, development, management and sale of commercial residential and multi-family and single-family real estate primarily in Texas. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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