CoStar Group Inc (CSGP)vsKennedy-Wilson Holdings Inc (KW)
CSGP
CoStar Group Inc
$33.89
+0.68%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $13.41B
KW
Kennedy-Wilson Holdings Inc
$11.01
+0.09%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CoStar Group Inc generates 530% more annual revenue ($3.41B vs $541.50M). KW leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs 0.7%. CSGP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.12. CSGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
CSGP
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
KW
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+89.2%
Fair Value
$444.62
Current Price
$33.89
$410.73 discount
Margin of Safety
+76.4%
Fair Value
$41.49
Current Price
$11.01
$30.48 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 22.5% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.3%
Weak financial health signals
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 : CSGP
The strongest argument for CSGP centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 22.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.12 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 : CSGP
The primary concerns for CSGP are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 469.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.7% 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 91.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.20 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSGP profiles as a growth stock while KW is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
KW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — 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.
Bottom Line
CSGP scores higher overall (54/100 vs 47/100) and 22.5% 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.
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.
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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