Compass Inc (COMP)vsStar Holdings (STHO)
COMP
Compass Inc
$10.51
+3.75%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $7.78B
STHO
Star Holdings
$9.31
-2.31%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $117.62M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Compass Inc generates 10642% more annual revenue ($10.56B vs $98.27M). STHO leads profitability with a 14.1% profit margin vs 0.6%. STHO trades at a lower P/E of 8.1x. COMP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
COMP
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
STHO
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-44.7%
Fair Value
$7.74
Current Price
$10.51
$2.77 premium
Margin of Safety
-66.2%
Fair Value
$4.82
Current Price
$9.31
$4.49 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 109.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 60.3% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.5% — below average capital efficiency
0.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.8%
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 3.1%
ROE of -28.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 59.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COMP
The strongest argument for COMP centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 109.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : STHO
The strongest argument for STHO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
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.
Bear Case : STHO
The primary concerns for STHO are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COMP profiles as a hypergrowth stock while STHO is a declining 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
COMP scores higher overall (57/100 vs 39/100) and 109.0% revenue growth. 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.
Star Holdings
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
Star Holdings engages in the non-ground lease related commercial real estate businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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