FirstService Corp (FSV)vsTranscontinental Realty Investors (TCI)
FSV
FirstService Corp
$137.76
+0.98%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.27B
TCI
Transcontinental Realty Investors
$34.48
-0.03%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $389.81M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
FirstService Corp generates 11194% more annual revenue ($5.50B vs $48.67M). TCI leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs 2.6%. FSV trades at a lower P/E of 43.2x. FSV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
FSV
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
TCI
Avoid34
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
Margin of Safety
-1134.4%
Fair Value
$4.42
Current Price
$34.48
$30.06 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
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
ROE of 0.7% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 59.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSV
FSV has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : TCI
The strongest argument for TCI centers on Price/Book.
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 : TCI
The primary concerns for TCI are Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 69.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
TCI is growing revenue faster at 7.9% — sustainability is the question.
FSV generates stronger free cash flow (89M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REAL ESTATE SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FSV scores higher overall (49/100 vs 34/100). 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.
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.
Transcontinental Realty Investors
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
Transcontinental Realty Investors, Inc., a Dallas-based real estate investment company, has a diverse portfolio of capital real estate located throughout the United States, including apartments, office buildings, shopping centers, and urbanized and undeveloped land.
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