Compass Inc (COMP)vsEquinix Inc (EQIX)
COMP
Compass Inc
$7.39
-2.44%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $5.69B
EQIX
Equinix Inc
$1,082.83
-0.57%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $106.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Equinix Inc generates 33% more annual revenue ($9.26B vs $6.96B). EQIX leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs -0.8%. EQIX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (C-).
COMP
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
EQIX
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+69.0%
Fair Value
$36.09
Current Price
$7.38
$28.71 discount
Margin of Safety
-38.0%
Fair Value
$628.40
Current Price
$1082.83
$454.43 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 75.0% YoY
Revenue surging 23.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Earnings expanding 22.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of -9.8% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Operating margin of -1.7%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COMP
The strongest argument for COMP centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : EQIX
The strongest argument for EQIX centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : COMP
The primary concerns for COMP are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : EQIX
The primary concerns for EQIX are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 74.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.61 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COMP profiles as a growth stock while EQIX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
COMP carries more volatility with a beta of 2.63 — expect wider price swings.
COMP is growing revenue faster at 23.1% — sustainability is the question.
COMP generates stronger free cash flow (42M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EQIX scores higher overall (50/100 vs 46/100). COMP offers better value entry with a 69.0% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
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.
Equinix Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
Equinix, Inc. is an American multinational company headquartered in Redwood City, California, that specializes in Internet connection and data centers.
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