Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)vsKite Realty Group Trust (KRG)
FRT
Federal Realty Investment Trust
$108.24
-1.30%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $9.29B
KRG
Kite Realty Group Trust
$24.29
-1.78%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $4.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Federal Realty Investment Trust generates 66% more annual revenue ($1.34B vs $806.85M). KRG leads profitability with a 41.8% profit margin vs 32.7%. KRG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.14. KRG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
FRT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
KRG
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.9%
Fair Value
$164.31
Current Price
$108.24
$56.07 discount
Margin of Safety
+46.5%
Fair Value
$46.18
Current Price
$24.29
$21.89 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.0%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 58.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.0%
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 45.6%
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 8.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FRT
The strongest argument for FRT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.7% and operating margin at 35.0%.
Bull Case : KRG
The strongest argument for KRG centers on Profit Margin, EPS Growth, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.8% and operating margin at 24.0%.
Bear Case : FRT
The primary concerns for FRT are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : KRG
The primary concerns for KRG are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FRT profiles as a mature stock while KRG is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
FRT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
FRT is growing revenue faster at 7.2% — sustainability is the question.
FRT generates stronger free cash flow (118M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KRG scores higher overall (63/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 41.8% margins. FRT offers better value entry with a 34.9% margin of safety. 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.
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.
Kite Realty Group Trust
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Kite Realty Group Trust is a vertically integrated, full-service real estate investment trust (REIT) that provides communities with convenient and beneficial shopping experiences.
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