FirstService Corp (FSV)vsJones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL)
FSV
FirstService Corp
$134.25
-2.79%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.53B
JLL
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
$293.80
-2.10%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $14.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated generates 375% more annual revenue ($26.12B vs $5.50B). JLL leads profitability with a 3.0% profit margin vs 2.6%. JLL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.03. JLL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
FSV
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
JLL
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-30.8%
Fair Value
$120.46
Current Price
$134.25
$13.79 premium
Margin of Safety
+60.5%
Fair Value
$767.99
Current Price
$293.80
$474.19 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 130.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 68.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.0% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSV
The strongest argument for FSV centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 130.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : JLL
The strongest argument for JLL centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.03 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FSV
The primary concerns for FSV are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 44.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : JLL
The primary concerns for JLL are Profit Margin. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSV profiles as a hypergrowth stock while JLL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JLL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — expect wider price swings.
FSV is growing revenue faster at 130.0% — sustainability is the question.
JLL generates stronger free cash flow (928M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JLL scores higher overall (70/100 vs 49/100) and 11.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
FirstService Corp
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
FirstService Corporation provides residential property management and other essential property services to residential and commercial clients in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated, a professional services company, provides real estate and investment management services in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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