CoStar Group Inc (CSGP)vsCushman & Wakefield plc (CWK)
CSGP
CoStar Group Inc
$41.41
-0.12%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $17.55B
CWK
Cushman & Wakefield plc
$12.18
+1.92%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cushman & Wakefield plc generates 217% more annual revenue ($10.29B vs $3.25B). CWK leads profitability with a 0.9% profit margin vs 0.2%. CSGP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.18. CWK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
CSGP
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
CWK
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-34092.9%
Fair Value
$0.14
Current Price
$41.41
$41.27 premium
Margin of Safety
+19.3%
Fair Value
$17.32
Current Price
$12.18
$5.14 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 26.9% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 57.1% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.1% — below average capital efficiency
0.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 4.8% — below average capital efficiency
0.9% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CSGP
The strongest argument for CSGP centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 26.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.18 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CWK
The strongest argument for CWK centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.53 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CSGP
The primary concerns for CSGP are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 2070.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CWK
The primary concerns for CWK are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Thin 0.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSGP profiles as a growth stock while CWK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CWK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
CSGP is growing revenue faster at 26.9% — sustainability is the question.
CWK generates stronger free cash flow (234M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CWK scores higher overall (66/100 vs 50/100) and 10.8% 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.
CoStar Group Inc
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
CoStar Group, Inc. provides online market information, analysis and services to the commercial real estate, hospitality, residential and related professional industries in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia Pacific and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Washington, the District of Columbia.
Cushman & Wakefield plc
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
Cushman & Wakefield plc, provides commercial real estate services under the Cushman & Wakefield brand in the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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