Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL)vsTranscontinental Realty Investors (TCI)
JLL
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
$346.97
+1.41%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $16.20B
TCI
Transcontinental Realty Investors
$39.10
-0.18%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $330.69M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated generates 54659% more annual revenue ($27.43B vs $50.10M). TCI leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs 3.6%. JLL trades at a lower P/E of 16.9x. JLL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
JLL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
TCI
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+47.2%
Fair Value
$573.89
Current Price
$346.97
$226.92 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TCI.
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
3.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 96.4%
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 : TCI
The strongest argument for TCI centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at -18.2%.
Bear Case : JLL
The primary concerns for JLL are Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 3.6% 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 40.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JLL profiles as a value stock while TCI is a mature 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 36/100) and 10.8% revenue growth. 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.
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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