Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL)vsTranscontinental Realty Investors (TCI)
JLL
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
$300.19
+1.33%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $13.98B
TCI
Transcontinental Realty Investors
$34.48
-0.03%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $389.81M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated generates 53553% more annual revenue ($26.12B vs $48.67M). TCI leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs 3.0%. JLL trades at a lower P/E of 18.1x. JLL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
JLL
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
TCI
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.5%
Fair Value
$767.99
Current Price
$300.19
$467.80 discount
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
Earnings expanding 68.1% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
3.0% margin — thin
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 : JLL
The strongest argument for JLL centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.99 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TCI
The strongest argument for TCI centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : JLL
The primary concerns for JLL are Profit Margin. Thin 3.0% 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
JLL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — expect wider price swings.
JLL is growing revenue faster at 11.7% — sustainability is the question.
JLL generates stronger free cash flow (928M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REAL ESTATE SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
JLL scores higher overall (72/100 vs 34/100) and 11.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" 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.
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.
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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