CBRE Group Inc Class A (CBRE)vsKennedy-Wilson Holdings Inc (KW)
CBRE
CBRE Group Inc Class A
$140.51
+1.83%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $41.19B
KW
Kennedy-Wilson Holdings Inc
$10.92
0.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CBRE Group Inc Class A generates 7972% more annual revenue ($43.71B vs $541.50M). KW leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs 3.0%. CBRE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.79. CBRE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
CBRE
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
KW
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-7.7%
Fair Value
$129.67
Current Price
$140.51
$10.84 premium
Margin of Safety
+76.4%
Fair Value
$41.37
Current Price
$10.92
$30.45 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
15.5% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.9% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 0.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CBRE
The strongest argument for CBRE centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.79 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KW
The strongest argument for KW centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.10 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 : KW
The primary concerns for KW are Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 91.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.20 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CBRE profiles as a growth stock while KW is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CBRE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
CBRE is growing revenue faster at 15.5% — sustainability is the question.
CBRE generates stronger free cash flow (24M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CBRE scores higher overall (55/100 vs 47/100) and 15.5% revenue growth. KW offers better value entry with a 76.4% margin of safety. 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.
Kennedy-Wilson Holdings Inc
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
Kennedy-Wilson Holdings, Inc. is a real estate investment company. The company is headquartered in Beverly Hills, California.
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