American Realty Investors Inc (ARL)vsJones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL)
ARL
American Realty Investors Inc
$13.81
-4.10%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $236.79M
JLL
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
$295.71
-1.11%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $13.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated generates 52751% more annual revenue ($26.76B vs $50.63M). ARL leads profitability with a 24.1% profit margin vs 3.4%. JLL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.95. JLL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
ARL
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
JLL
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ARL.
Margin of Safety
+46.3%
Fair Value
$564.71
Current Price
$295.71
$269.00 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 142.2% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 192.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
4.2% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
3.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARL
The strongest argument for ARL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.1% and operating margin at -17.7%.
Bull Case : JLL
The strongest argument for JLL centers on EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.95 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ARL
The primary concerns for ARL are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : JLL
The primary concerns for JLL are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow. Thin 3.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JLL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
JLL is growing revenue faster at 11.1% — sustainability is the question.
ARL generates stronger free cash flow (876,000), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REAL ESTATE SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
JLL scores higher overall (71/100 vs 46/100) and 11.1% 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.
American Realty Investors Inc
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
American Realty Investors, Inc. acquires, develops and owns multi-family apartment communities and commercial real estate in the Southwest, Southeast, and Midwest of the United States. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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.
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