CoStar Group Inc (CSGP)vsFirstService Corp (FSV)
CSGP
CoStar Group Inc
$42.90
+0.19%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $18.75B
FSV
FirstService Corp
$134.25
-2.79%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
FirstService Corp generates 69% more annual revenue ($5.50B vs $3.25B). CSGP leads profitability with a 22.0% profit margin vs 2.6%. CSGP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.18. CSGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
CSGP
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
FSV
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-34092.9%
Fair Value
$0.14
Current Price
$42.90
$42.76 premium
Margin of Safety
-30.8%
Fair Value
$120.46
Current Price
$134.25
$13.79 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 26.9% year-over-year
Revenue surging 130.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 25.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CSGP
The strongest argument for CSGP centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.0% and operating margin at 5.5%. Revenue growth of 26.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FSV
The strongest argument for FSV centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 130.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CSGP
The primary concerns for CSGP are Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 2212.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : FSV
The primary concerns for FSV are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 44.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSGP profiles as a growth stock while FSV is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FSV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
FSV is growing revenue faster at 130.0% — sustainability is the question.
FSV generates stronger free cash flow (89M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CSGP scores higher overall (50/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 22.0% margins and 26.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" 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.
FirstService Corp
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
FirstService Corporation provides residential property management and other essential property services to residential and commercial clients in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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