EastGroup Properties Inc (EGP)vsUnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH)
EGP
EastGroup Properties Inc
$183.60
+0.38%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $9.77B
UNH
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated
$270.55
-0.64%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $250.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated generates 62099% more annual revenue ($447.57B vs $719.57M). EGP leads profitability with a 35.8% profit margin vs 2.7%. UNH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. UNH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
EGP
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
UNH
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-88.2%
Fair Value
$100.91
Current Price
$183.60
$82.69 premium
Margin of Safety
-202.7%
Fair Value
$89.96
Current Price
$270.55
$180.59 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 40.5%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.3%
Earnings declined 99.9%
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 35.8% and operating margin at 40.5%. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UNH
The strongest argument for UNH centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 12.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EGP
The primary concerns for EGP are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UNH
The primary concerns for UNH are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EGP profiles as a mature stock while UNH is a value 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 14.3% — sustainability is the question.
UNH generates stronger free cash flow (160M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UNH scores higher overall (59/100 vs 58/100) and 12.3% revenue growth. 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.
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
UnitedHealth Group Incorporated is an American for-profit multinational managed healthcare and insurance company based in Minnetonka, Minnesota. It offers health care products and insurance services. In 2020, it was the second-largest healthcare company (behind CVS Health) by revenue with $257.1 billion, and the largest insurance company by net premiums. UnitedHealthcare revenues comprise 80% of the Group's overall revenue.
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