CBRE Group Inc Class A (CBRE)vsCoStar Group Inc (CSGP)
CBRE
CBRE Group Inc Class A
$146.33
-0.25%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $42.96B
CSGP
CoStar Group Inc
$32.77
-6.32%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $14.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CBRE Group Inc Class A generates 1137% more annual revenue ($42.20B vs $3.41B). CBRE leads profitability with a 3.1% profit margin vs 0.7%. CSGP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.15. CBRE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
CBRE
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
CSGP
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.1%
Fair Value
$272.08
Current Price
$146.33
$125.75 discount
Margin of Safety
+89.5%
Fair Value
$457.64
Current Price
$32.77
$424.87 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 98.1% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
18.6% revenue growth
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 22.5% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
ROE of 0.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.3%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CBRE
The strongest argument for CBRE centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.76 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CSGP
The strongest argument for CSGP centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 22.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.15 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CBRE
The primary concerns for CBRE are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CSGP
The primary concerns for CSGP are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 499.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CBRE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
CSGP is growing revenue faster at 22.5% — sustainability is the question.
CSGP generates stronger free cash flow (98M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REAL ESTATE SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CBRE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 51/100) and 18.6% revenue growth. CSGP offers better value entry with a 89.5% 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.
CBRE Group Inc Class A
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
CBRE Group, Inc. is an American commercial real estate services and investment firm. The abbreviation CBRE stands for Coldwell Banker Richard Ellis. It is the largest commercial real estate services company in the world.
CoStar Group Inc
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
CoStar Group, Inc. provides online market information, analysis and services to the commercial real estate, hospitality, residential and related professional industries in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia Pacific and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Washington, the District of Columbia.
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