Compass Inc (COMP)vsKennedy-Wilson Holdings Inc (KW)
COMP
Compass Inc
$10.51
+3.75%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $7.78B
KW
Kennedy-Wilson Holdings Inc
$10.92
0.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Compass Inc generates 1849% more annual revenue ($10.56B vs $541.50M). KW leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs 0.6%. KW trades at a lower P/E of 91.1x. COMP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
COMP
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
KW
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-44.7%
Fair Value
$7.74
Current Price
$10.51
$2.77 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
Revenue surging 109.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 60.3% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.5% — below average capital efficiency
0.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.8%
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 : COMP
The strongest argument for COMP centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 109.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : COMP
The primary concerns for COMP are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 168.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.6% 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
COMP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while KW is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
COMP carries more volatility with a beta of 2.33 — expect wider price swings.
COMP is growing revenue faster at 109.0% — sustainability is the question.
COMP generates stronger free cash flow (180M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
COMP scores higher overall (57/100 vs 47/100) and 109.0% 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.
Compass Inc
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
Urban Compass, Inc., which is Compass, is a real estate brokerage company. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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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