Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)vsSBA Communications Corp (SBAC)
FRT
Federal Realty Investment Trust
$103.27
+0.15%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $8.95B
SBAC
SBA Communications Corp
$165.15
-0.97%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $17.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
SBA Communications Corp generates 120% more annual revenue ($2.82B vs $1.28B). SBAC leads profitability with a 37.4% profit margin vs 32.1%. FRT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.65. FRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
FRT
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
SBAC
Buy57
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
+58.4%
Fair Value
$459.11
Current Price
$165.15
$293.96 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 37 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.4%
Earnings expanding 115.6% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
3.7% revenue growth
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : SBAC
The strongest argument for SBAC centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.4% and operating margin at 52.4%.
Bear Case : FRT
The primary concerns for FRT are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SBAC
The primary concerns for SBAC are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FRT profiles as a mature stock while SBAC is a value 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.
SBAC generates stronger free cash flow (241M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FRT scores higher overall (66/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 32.1% margins. SBAC offers better value entry with a 58.4% 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.
SBA Communications Corp
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
SBA Communications Corporation is a real estate investment trust which owns and operates wireless infrastructure in the United States, Canada, Central America, South America, and South Africa.
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