CBRE Group Inc Class A (CBRE)vsJones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL)
CBRE
CBRE Group Inc Class A
$146.33
-0.25%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $42.96B
JLL
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
$329.87
+0.55%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $15.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CBRE Group Inc Class A generates 58% more annual revenue ($42.20B vs $26.76B). JLL leads profitability with a 3.4% profit margin vs 3.1%. CBRE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.76. JLL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
CBRE
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
JLL
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.1%
Fair Value
$272.08
Current Price
$146.33
$125.75 discount
Margin of Safety
+73.9%
Fair Value
$1160.44
Current Price
$329.87
$830.57 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 98.1% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
18.6% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 192.1% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
3.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CBRE
The strongest argument for CBRE centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.76 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : JLL
The strongest argument for JLL centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.03 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CBRE
The primary concerns for CBRE are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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
CBRE profiles as a growth stock while JLL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JLL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
CBRE is growing revenue faster at 18.6% — sustainability is the question.
JLL generates stronger free cash flow (-820M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JLL scores higher overall (66/100 vs 65/100) and 11.1% revenue growth. CBRE offers better value entry with a 45.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
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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