CoStar Group Inc (CSGP)vsRafael Holdings, Inc. (RFL)
CSGP
CoStar Group Inc
$41.41
-0.12%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $17.55B
RFL
Rafael Holdings, Inc.
$1.27
+2.42%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $65.53M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CoStar Group Inc generates 279092% more annual revenue ($3.25B vs $1.16M). CSGP leads profitability with a 0.2% profit margin vs 0.0%. CSGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
CSGP
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
RFL
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RFL.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
1.7% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
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 : RFL
The strongest argument for RFL centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity.
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 : RFL
The primary concerns for RFL are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSGP profiles as a growth stock while RFL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
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.
RFL generates stronger free cash flow (-8M), providing more financial flexibility.
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.
Rafael Holdings, Inc.
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
Rafael Holdings, Inc. owns commercial real estate assets and interests in preclinical and clinical stage pharmaceutical companies. The company is headquartered in Newark, New Jersey.
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