Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc (EPRT)vsKimco Realty Corporation (KIM)
EPRT
Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc
$30.27
+2.02%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.70B
KIM
Kimco Realty Corporation
$24.23
+0.92%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $17.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kimco Realty Corporation generates 266% more annual revenue ($2.16B vs $590.66M). EPRT leads profitability with a 43.5% profit margin vs 28.5%. EPRT trades at a lower P/E of 24.3x. KIM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
EPRT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
KIM
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+27.6%
Fair Value
$43.61
Current Price
$30.27
$13.34 discount
Margin of Safety
+10.4%
Fair Value
$24.55
Current Price
$24.23
$0.32 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 44 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 63.7%
Revenue surging 22.8% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 34.4%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 29.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.8% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 4.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
4.0% revenue growth
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPRT
The strongest argument for EPRT centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.5% and operating margin at 63.7%. Revenue growth of 22.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : KIM
The strongest argument for KIM centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.5% and operating margin at 34.4%.
Bear Case : EPRT
The primary concerns for EPRT are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : KIM
The primary concerns for KIM are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPRT profiles as a growth stock while KIM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KIM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
EPRT is growing revenue faster at 22.8% — sustainability is the question.
KIM generates stronger free cash flow (180M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KIM scores higher overall (62/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 28.5% margins. EPRT offers better value entry with a 27.6% margin of safety. 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.
Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc., a real estate company, acquires, owns and manages single-tenant properties in the United States. The company is headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey.
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REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Kimco Realty Corporation is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that invests in shopping centers.
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