CoStar Group Inc (CSGP)vsFathom Holdings Inc (FTHM)
CSGP
CoStar Group Inc
$41.41
-0.12%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $17.55B
FTHM
Fathom Holdings Inc
$0.83
+1.60%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $24.94M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CoStar Group Inc generates 670% more annual revenue ($3.25B vs $421.61M). CSGP leads profitability with a 0.2% profit margin vs -4.7%. CSGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
CSGP
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
FTHM
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-34092.9%
Fair Value
$0.14
Current Price
$41.41
$41.27 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for FTHM.
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
Revenue surging 37.7% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -43.8% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
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 : FTHM
The strongest argument for FTHM centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 37.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : FTHM
The primary concerns for FTHM are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSGP profiles as a growth stock while FTHM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FTHM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.81 — expect wider price swings.
FTHM is growing revenue faster at 37.7% — sustainability is the question.
FTHM generates stronger free cash flow (3M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CSGP scores higher overall (50/100 vs 41/100) 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.
Fathom Holdings Inc
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
Fathom Holdings Inc. provides cloud-based real estate brokerage services in the southern, Atlantic, southwestern, and western parts of the United States. The company is headquartered in Cary, North Carolina.
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