Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)vsUrban Edge Properties (UE)
FRT
Federal Realty Investment Trust
$112.58
-0.58%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $9.46B
UE
Urban Edge Properties
$20.42
-1.97%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Federal Realty Investment Trust generates 174% more annual revenue ($1.34B vs $486.99M). FRT leads profitability with a 32.7% profit margin vs 14.0%. FRT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.65. FRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
FRT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
UE
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.8%
Fair Value
$163.97
Current Price
$112.58
$51.39 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UE.
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%
Strong operational efficiency at 31.4%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 45.6%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 69.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FRT
The strongest argument for FRT centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.7% and operating margin at 35.0%.
Bull Case : UE
The strongest argument for UE centers on Operating Margin, Price/Book.
Bear Case : FRT
The primary concerns for FRT are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.53 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UE
The primary concerns for UE are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FRT profiles as a mature stock while UE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
UE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
UE is growing revenue faster at 7.6% — sustainability is the question.
FRT generates stronger free cash flow (86M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FRT scores higher overall (56/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 32.7% margins. 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.
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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