Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL)vsKennedy-Wilson Holdings Inc (KW)
JLL
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
$346.97
+1.41%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $16.20B
KW
Kennedy-Wilson Holdings Inc
$10.92
0.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated generates 4966% more annual revenue ($27.43B vs $541.50M). KW leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs 3.6%. JLL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. JLL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
JLL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
KW
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+47.2%
Fair Value
$573.89
Current Price
$346.97
$226.92 discount
Margin of Safety
+76.4%
Fair Value
$41.37
Current Price
$10.92
$30.45 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 97.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
3.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
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 : JLL
The strongest argument for JLL centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its 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 : JLL
The primary concerns for JLL are Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 3.6% 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 91.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.20 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JLL profiles as a value stock while KW is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
JLL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
JLL is growing revenue faster at 10.8% — sustainability is the question.
JLL generates stronger free cash flow (433M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JLL scores higher overall (68/100 vs 47/100) and 10.8% revenue growth. KW offers better value entry with a 76.4% margin of safety. 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.
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.
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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