CoStar Group Inc (CSGP)vsJones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL)
CSGP
CoStar Group Inc
$32.77
-6.32%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $14.28B
JLL
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
$329.87
+0.55%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $15.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated generates 684% more annual revenue ($26.76B vs $3.41B). JLL leads profitability with a 3.4% profit margin vs 0.7%. CSGP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.15. JLL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
CSGP
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
JLL
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+89.5%
Fair Value
$457.64
Current Price
$32.77
$424.87 discount
Margin of Safety
+73.9%
Fair Value
$1160.44
Current Price
$329.87
$830.57 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 22.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 192.1% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.3%
Weak financial health signals
3.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CSGP
The strongest argument for CSGP centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 22.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.15 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : JLL
The strongest argument for JLL centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.03 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CSGP
The primary concerns for CSGP are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 499.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : JLL
The primary concerns for JLL are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow. Thin 3.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSGP profiles as a growth stock while JLL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JLL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
CSGP is growing revenue faster at 22.5% — sustainability is the question.
CSGP generates stronger free cash flow (98M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JLL scores higher overall (66/100 vs 51/100) and 11.1% revenue growth. CSGP offers better value entry with a 89.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" 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.
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated, a professional services company, provides real estate and investment management services in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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