Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)vsKimco Realty Corporation (KIM)
FRT
Federal Realty Investment Trust
$103.15
-2.95%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $8.95B
KIM
Kimco Realty Corporation
$22.34
-3.25%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $15.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kimco Realty Corporation generates 67% more annual revenue ($2.14B vs $1.28B). FRT leads profitability with a 32.1% profit margin vs 27.3%. KIM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.37. FRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
FRT
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
KIM
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+49.7%
Fair Value
$212.47
Current Price
$103.15
$109.32 discount
Margin of Safety
-309.5%
Fair Value
$5.37
Current Price
$22.34
$16.97 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.5%
Earnings expanding 98.7% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 33.0%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : FRT
The strongest argument for FRT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.1% and operating margin at 34.5%.
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 : FRT
The primary concerns for FRT are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : KIM
The primary concerns for KIM are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FRT profiles as a mature 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.
FRT is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
KIM generates stronger free cash flow (143M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FRT scores higher overall (66/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 32.1% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
Federal Realty Investment Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Federal Realty Investment Trust is a real estate investment trust that invests in shopping centers in the Northeastern United States, the Mid-Atlantic states, California, and South Florida.
Kimco Realty Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Kimco Realty Corporation is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that invests in shopping centers.
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