EastGroup Properties Inc (EGP)vsUrban Edge Properties (UE)
EGP
EastGroup Properties Inc
$205.32
+0.70%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $11.04B
UE
Urban Edge Properties
$21.61
-1.91%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
EastGroup Properties Inc generates 54% more annual revenue ($735.38M vs $478.29M). EGP leads profitability with a 39.8% profit margin vs 22.6%. UE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 6.59. UE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
EGP
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
UE
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+2.3%
Fair Value
$194.31
Current Price
$205.32
$11.01 discount
Margin of Safety
+20.4%
Fair Value
$26.00
Current Price
$21.61
$4.39 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
Strong operational efficiency at 34.1%
Earnings expanding 175.5% YoY
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : UE
The strongest argument for UE centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.6% and operating margin at 34.1%.
Bear Case : EGP
The primary concerns for EGP are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UE
The primary concerns for UE are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
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.
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Bottom Line
UE scores higher overall (64/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 22.6% margins. 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.
Urban Edge Properties
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Urban Edge Properties is a NYSE-listed real estate investment trust focused on managing, acquiring, developing and remodeling retail real estate in urban communities, primarily in the New York metropolitan region.
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