Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)vsKite Realty Group Trust (KRG)
FRT
Federal Realty Investment Trust
$103.27
+0.15%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $8.95B
KRG
Kite Realty Group Trust
$24.26
-0.86%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $5.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Federal Realty Investment Trust generates 52% more annual revenue ($1.28B vs $844.37M). KRG leads profitability with a 35.4% profit margin vs 32.1%. KRG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.14. FRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
FRT
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
KRG
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+51.2%
Fair Value
$219.02
Current Price
$103.27
$115.75 discount
Margin of Safety
+61.5%
Fair Value
$64.12
Current Price
$24.26
$39.86 discount
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
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.2%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 3.8%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : KRG
The strongest argument for KRG centers on Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.4% and operating margin at 23.2%.
Bear Case : FRT
The primary concerns for FRT are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : KRG
The primary concerns for KRG are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
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 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
FRT is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
KRG generates stronger free cash flow (69M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FRT scores higher overall (66/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 32.1% margins. KRG offers better value entry with a 61.5% margin of safety. 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.
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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