CBRE Group Inc Class A (CBRE)vsCompass Inc (COMP)
CBRE
CBRE Group Inc Class A
$143.21
-1.51%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $40.40B
COMP
Compass Inc
$9.67
-4.54%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $7.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CBRE Group Inc Class A generates 314% more annual revenue ($43.71B vs $10.56B). CBRE leads profitability with a 3.0% profit margin vs 0.6%. CBRE trades at a lower P/E of 31.9x. CBRE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
CBRE
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
COMP
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-10.5%
Fair Value
$129.64
Current Price
$143.21
$13.57 premium
Margin of Safety
-44.9%
Fair Value
$7.73
Current Price
$9.67
$1.94 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
15.5% revenue growth
Revenue surging 109.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 60.3% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Elevated debt levels
ROE of 0.5% — below average capital efficiency
0.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.8%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CBRE
The strongest argument for CBRE centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 15.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.74 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : COMP
The strongest argument for COMP centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 109.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CBRE
The primary concerns for CBRE are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : COMP
The primary concerns for COMP are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 168.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CBRE profiles as a growth stock while COMP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
COMP carries more volatility with a beta of 2.33 — expect wider price swings.
COMP is growing revenue faster at 109.0% — sustainability is the question.
COMP generates stronger free cash flow (180M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CBRE scores higher overall (58/100 vs 57/100) and 15.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
CBRE Group Inc Class A
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
CBRE Group, Inc. is an American commercial real estate services and investment firm. The abbreviation CBRE stands for Coldwell Banker Richard Ellis. It is the largest commercial real estate services company in the world.
Compass Inc
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
Urban Compass, Inc., which is Compass, is a real estate brokerage company. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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