CBRE Group Inc Class A (CBRE)vsCoStar Group Inc (CSGP)
CBRE
CBRE Group Inc Class A
$131.99
-0.92%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $40.20B
CSGP
CoStar Group Inc
$42.90
+0.19%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $18.75B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CBRE Group Inc Class A generates 1149% more annual revenue ($40.55B vs $3.25B). CSGP leads profitability with a 22.0% profit margin vs 2.9%. CSGP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.18. CBRE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
CBRE
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
CSGP
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-471.0%
Fair Value
$26.18
Current Price
$131.99
$105.81 premium
Margin of Safety
-34092.9%
Fair Value
$0.14
Current Price
$42.90
$42.76 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 26.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.9% margin — thin
Earnings declined 12.1%
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 25.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CBRE
The strongest argument for CBRE centers on PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 11.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CSGP
The strongest argument for CSGP centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.0% and operating margin at 5.5%. Revenue growth of 26.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CBRE
The primary concerns for CBRE are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CSGP
The primary concerns for CSGP are Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 2212.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CBRE profiles as a value stock while CSGP is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CBRE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
CSGP is growing revenue faster at 26.9% — sustainability is the question.
CBRE generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CBRE scores higher overall (56/100 vs 50/100) and 11.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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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