CoStar Group Inc (CSGP)vsNew England Realty Associates LP (NEN)
CSGP
CoStar Group Inc
$41.41
-0.12%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $17.55B
NEN
New England Realty Associates LP
$60.61
0.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $213.09M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CoStar Group Inc generates 3481% more annual revenue ($3.25B vs $90.67M). NEN leads profitability with a 6.7% profit margin vs 0.2%. NEN trades at a lower P/E of 35.7x. CSGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
CSGP
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
NEN
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-34092.9%
Fair Value
$0.14
Current Price
$41.41
$41.27 premium
Margin of Safety
-257.3%
Fair Value
$18.19
Current Price
$60.61
$42.42 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 26.9% year-over-year
15.9% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.1% — below average capital efficiency
0.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.4% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CSGP
The strongest argument for CSGP centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 26.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.18 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NEN
The strongest argument for NEN centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CSGP
The primary concerns for CSGP are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 2070.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : NEN
The primary concerns for NEN are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSGP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
CSGP is growing revenue faster at 26.9% — sustainability is the question.
NEN generates stronger free cash flow (7M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REAL ESTATE SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CSGP scores higher overall (50/100 vs 33/100) and 26.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" 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.
New England Realty Associates LP
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
New England Realty Associates Limited Partnership is dedicated to acquiring, developing, holding for investment, operating and selling real estate in the United States. The company is headquartered in Allston, Massachusetts.
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