Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)vsUrban Edge Properties (UE)
FRT
Federal Realty Investment Trust
$121.72
+1.45%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $10.94B
UE
Urban Edge Properties
$22.89
+2.42%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $3.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Federal Realty Investment Trust generates 174% more annual revenue ($1.31B vs $478.29M). FRT leads profitability with a 38.6% profit margin vs 22.6%. FRT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.65. FRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
FRT
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
UE
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+35.4%
Fair Value
$165.65
Current Price
$121.72
$43.93 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for UE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 39 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 34.1%
Earnings expanding 152.5% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 34.1%
Earnings expanding 175.5% YoY
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Elevated debt levels
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 38.6% and operating margin at 34.1%. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UE
The strongest argument for UE centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.6% and operating margin at 34.1%.
Bear Case : FRT
The primary concerns for FRT are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UE
The primary concerns for UE are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.00 — expect wider price swings.
FRT is growing revenue faster at 10.3% — sustainability is the question.
FRT generates stronger free cash flow (121M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REIT - RETAIL industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FRT scores higher overall (65/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 38.6% margins and 10.3% revenue growth. 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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