Equity Residential (EQR)vsUDR Inc (UDR)
EQR
Equity Residential
$57.98
-2.24%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $22.74B
UDR
UDR Inc
$34.11
-3.21%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $12.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Equity Residential generates 77% more annual revenue ($3.09B vs $1.75B). EQR leads profitability with a 36.2% profit margin vs 21.6%. EQR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 8.15. UDR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
EQR
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
UDR
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-224.6%
Fair Value
$19.92
Current Price
$57.98
$38.06 premium
Margin of Safety
+22.0%
Fair Value
$51.01
Current Price
$34.11
$16.90 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.5%
Revenue surging 150.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 97.6% YoY
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Areas to Watch
2.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 8.8%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 36.2% and operating margin at 28.5%.
Bull Case : UDR
The strongest argument for UDR centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 22.2%. Revenue growth of 150.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EQR
The primary concerns for EQR are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : UDR
The primary concerns for UDR are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EQR profiles as a value stock while UDR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EQR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
UDR is growing revenue faster at 150.0% — sustainability is the question.
EQR generates stronger free cash flow (282M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UDR scores higher overall (59/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins and 150.0% 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.
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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