Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc (EPRT)vsKimco Realty Corporation (KIM)
EPRT
Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc
$30.69
-1.32%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.54B
KIM
Kimco Realty Corporation
$22.41
-0.66%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $15.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kimco Realty Corporation generates 281% more annual revenue ($2.14B vs $561.22M). EPRT leads profitability with a 45.1% profit margin vs 27.3%. EPRT trades at a lower P/E of 24.5x. EPRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
EPRT
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
KIM
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1.1%
Fair Value
$31.19
Current Price
$30.69
$0.50 premium
Margin of Safety
-294.1%
Fair Value
$5.58
Current Price
$22.41
$16.83 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 45 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 65.6%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 25.2% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 33.0%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
3.2% revenue growth
ROE of 5.5% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPRT
The strongest argument for EPRT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 45.1% and operating margin at 65.6%. Revenue growth of 25.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : KIM
The strongest argument for KIM centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.3% and operating margin at 33.0%.
Bear Case : EPRT
The primary concerns for EPRT are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
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 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
EPRT is growing revenue faster at 25.2% — sustainability is the question.
KIM generates stronger free cash flow (143M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EPRT scores higher overall (62/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 45.1% margins and 25.2% 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.
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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