FirstService Corp (FSV)vsStar Holdings (STHO)
FSV
FirstService Corp
$137.76
+0.98%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.27B
STHO
Star Holdings
$7.72
-1.53%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $98.83M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
FirstService Corp generates 4553% more annual revenue ($5.50B vs $118.14M). FSV leads profitability with a 2.6% profit margin vs -54.4%. FSV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
FSV
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
STHO
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
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 STHO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 45.1%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.3% revenue growth
2.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
1.8% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -23.2% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSV
FSV has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : STHO
The strongest argument for STHO centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
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 : STHO
The primary concerns for STHO are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSV profiles as a value stock while STHO is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
STHO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
STHO is growing revenue faster at 1.8% — sustainability is the question.
FSV generates stronger free cash flow (89M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FSV scores higher overall (49/100 vs 47/100). 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.
Star Holdings
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
Star Holdings engages in the non-ground lease related commercial real estate businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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