CoStar Group Inc (CSGP)vsJ W Mays Inc (MAYS)
CSGP
CoStar Group Inc
$31.34
-2.49%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $13.02B
MAYS
J W Mays Inc
$42.23
+1.33%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $83.66M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CoStar Group Inc generates 16492% more annual revenue ($3.56B vs $21.43M). CSGP leads profitability with a 2.1% profit margin vs -5.4%. CSGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CSGP
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
MAYS
Avoid23
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+89.4%
Fair Value
$453.52
Current Price
$31.34
$422.18 discount
Margin of Safety
-20.7%
Fair Value
$32.32
Current Price
$42.23
$9.91 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 1261.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.4% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.9% — below average capital efficiency
2.1% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.0% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CSGP
The strongest argument for CSGP centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 18.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.15 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MAYS
The strongest argument for MAYS centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : CSGP
The primary concerns for CSGP are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 178.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MAYS
The primary concerns for MAYS are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSGP profiles as a growth stock while MAYS is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
CSGP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
CSGP is growing revenue faster at 18.4% — sustainability is the question.
CSGP generates stronger free cash flow (12M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CSGP scores higher overall (63/100 vs 23/100) and 18.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
J W Mays Inc
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
JW Mays, Inc. owns, operates and leases commercial real estate in the United States. The company is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York.
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