Equity Residential (EQR)vsUrban Edge Properties (UE)
EQR
Equity Residential
$63.66
-3.50%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $25.50B
UE
Urban Edge Properties
$20.11
+0.55%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Equity Residential generates 543% more annual revenue ($3.13B vs $486.99M). EQR leads profitability with a 28.0% profit margin vs 14.0%. UE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 6.59. UE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
EQR
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
UE
Buy53
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UE.
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%
Strong operational efficiency at 31.4%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
2.1% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 39.9%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 69.3%
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 : UE
The strongest argument for UE centers on Operating Margin, Price/Book.
Bear Case : EQR
The primary concerns for EQR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UE
The primary concerns for UE are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
UE is growing revenue faster at 7.6% — sustainability is the question.
EQR generates stronger free cash flow (184M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - RESIDENTIAL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
UE scores higher overall (53/100 vs 49/100). 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.
Urban Edge Properties
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Urban Edge Properties is a NYSE-listed real estate investment trust focused on managing, acquiring, developing and remodeling retail real estate in urban communities, primarily in the New York metropolitan region.
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