FirstService Corp (FSV)vsKennedy-Wilson Holdings Inc (KW)
FSV
FirstService Corp
$140.68
+0.76%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.59B
KW
Kennedy-Wilson Holdings Inc
$11.01
+0.09%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
FirstService Corp generates 927% more annual revenue ($5.56B vs $541.50M). KW leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs 2.9%. KW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.10. FSV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
FSV
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
KW
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-9.3%
Fair Value
$144.15
Current Price
$140.68
$3.47 premium
Margin of Safety
+76.4%
Fair Value
$41.49
Current Price
$11.01
$30.48 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 626.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.9% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 0.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSV
The strongest argument for FSV centers on EPS Growth.
Bull Case : KW
The strongest argument for KW centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.10 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FSV
The primary concerns for FSV are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 40.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : KW
The primary concerns for KW are Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 91.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.20 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.
FSV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
FSV is growing revenue faster at 5.3% — sustainability is the question.
FSV generates stronger free cash flow (60M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FSV scores higher overall (54/100 vs 47/100). KW offers better value entry with a 76.4% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
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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