Equity Residential (EQR)vsUDR Inc (UDR)
EQR
Equity Residential
$63.66
-3.50%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $25.50B
UDR
UDR Inc
$35.12
-0.06%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $13.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Equity Residential generates 77% more annual revenue ($3.13B vs $1.77B). UDR leads profitability with a 29.6% profit margin vs 28.0%. EQR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 8.15. UDR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
EQR
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
UDR
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-8.6%
Fair Value
$59.55
Current Price
$63.66
$4.11 premium
Margin of Safety
+29.6%
Fair Value
$56.50
Current Price
$35.12
$21.38 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.9%
Earnings expanding 90.9% YoY
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.2%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
2.1% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 39.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EQR
The strongest argument for EQR centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.0% and operating margin at 27.9%.
Bull Case : UDR
The strongest argument for UDR centers on EPS Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.6% and operating margin at 20.2%.
Bear Case : EQR
The primary concerns for EQR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UDR
The primary concerns for UDR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.04 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EQR profiles as a value stock while UDR is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
EQR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
EQR is growing revenue faster at 2.1% — sustainability is the question.
UDR generates stronger free cash flow (200M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UDR scores higher overall (59/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 29.6% 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.
Equity Residential
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
Equity Residential is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that invests in apartments.
UDR Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RESIDENTIAL · USA
UDR Inc. is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that invests in apartments. The company is organized in Maryland with its headquarters in Highlands Ranch, Colorado.
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