CoStar Group Inc (CSGP)vsJones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL)
CSGP
CoStar Group Inc
$42.90
+0.19%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $18.75B
JLL
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
$293.80
-2.10%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $14.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated generates 704% more annual revenue ($26.12B vs $3.25B). CSGP leads profitability with a 22.0% profit margin vs 3.0%. CSGP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.18. JLL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
CSGP
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
JLL
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
+60.5%
Fair Value
$767.99
Current Price
$293.80
$474.19 discount
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
Earnings expanding 68.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 25.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
3.0% margin — thin
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 : JLL
The strongest argument for JLL centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.7% 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 Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 2212.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : JLL
The primary concerns for JLL are Profit Margin. Thin 3.0% 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 1.44 — expect wider price swings.
CSGP is growing revenue faster at 26.9% — sustainability is the question.
JLL generates stronger free cash flow (928M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JLL scores higher overall (70/100 vs 50/100) and 11.7% 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.
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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