FirstService Corp (FSV)vsKennedy-Wilson Holdings Inc (KW)
FSV
FirstService Corp
$137.76
+0.98%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.27B
KW
Kennedy-Wilson Holdings Inc
$10.92
0.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
FirstService Corp generates 913% more annual revenue ($5.50B vs $542.50M). KW leads profitability with a 87.0% profit margin vs 2.6%. KW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.10. FSV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
FSV
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
KW
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-31.2%
Fair Value
$120.08
Current Price
$137.76
$17.68 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KW.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Every $100 of equity generates 148 in profit
Keeps 87 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.3% revenue growth
2.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 5.7%
Earnings declined 6.8%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSV
FSV has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : KW
The strongest argument for KW centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 87.0% and operating margin at 9.3%. PEG of 1.10 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FSV
The primary concerns for FSV are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. A P/E of 43.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : KW
The primary concerns for KW are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.02 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSV profiles as a value stock while KW is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
KW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
FSV is growing revenue faster at 1.3% — sustainability is the question.
FSV generates stronger free cash flow (89M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FSV scores higher overall (49/100 vs 39/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
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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