CBRE Group Inc Class A (CBRE)vsJones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL)
CBRE
CBRE Group Inc Class A
$148.18
+0.50%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $42.51B
JLL
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
$362.38
-0.36%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $16.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CBRE Group Inc Class A generates 59% more annual revenue ($43.71B vs $27.43B). JLL leads profitability with a 3.6% profit margin vs 3.0%. CBRE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.05. JLL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
CBRE
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
JLL
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-13.2%
Fair Value
$129.69
Current Price
$148.18
$18.49 premium
Margin of Safety
+47.5%
Fair Value
$577.77
Current Price
$362.38
$215.39 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
15.5% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 97.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
3.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CBRE
The strongest argument for CBRE centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.05 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : JLL
The strongest argument for JLL centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.23 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 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : JLL
The primary concerns for JLL are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CBRE profiles as a growth stock while JLL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JLL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
CBRE is growing revenue faster at 15.5% — sustainability is the question.
JLL generates stronger free cash flow (-820M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JLL scores higher overall (66/100 vs 53/100) and 10.8% revenue growth. 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.
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated, a professional services company, provides real estate and investment management services in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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