Kite Realty Group Trust (KRG)vsRealty Income Corporation (O)
KRG
Kite Realty Group Trust
$25.89
-0.23%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $5.42B
O
Realty Income Corporation
$59.50
-0.12%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $56.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Realty Income Corporation generates 652% more annual revenue ($6.07B vs $806.85M). KRG leads profitability with a 41.8% profit margin vs 20.9%. O appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.01. O earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
KRG
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
O
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+46.3%
Fair Value
$45.94
Current Price
$25.89
$20.05 discount
Margin of Safety
-5.5%
Fair Value
$61.16
Current Price
$59.50
$1.66 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 47.0%
Earnings expanding 69.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 8.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : O
The strongest argument for O centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.9% and operating margin at 47.0%.
Bear Case : KRG
The primary concerns for KRG are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : O
The primary concerns for O are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 43.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KRG profiles as a declining stock while O is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
KRG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
O is growing revenue faster at 9.6% — sustainability is the question.
KRG generates stronger free cash flow (89M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
O scores higher overall (64/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 20.9% margins. KRG offers better value entry with a 46.3% 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.
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.
Realty Income Corporation
REAL ESTATE · REIT - RETAIL · USA
Realty Income Corporation is a real estate investment trust that invests in free-standing, single-tenant commercial properties in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom that are subject to NNN Leases. The company is organized in Maryland with its headquarters in San Diego, California.
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