CoStar Group Inc (CSGP)vsMaui Land & Pineapple Company Inc (MLP)
CSGP
CoStar Group Inc
$33.89
+0.68%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $13.41B
MLP
Maui Land & Pineapple Company Inc
$16.70
+1.52%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $342.66M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CoStar Group Inc generates 19902% more annual revenue ($3.41B vs $17.06M). CSGP leads profitability with a 0.7% profit margin vs -23.4%. CSGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
CSGP
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
MLP
Avoid22
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+89.2%
Fair Value
$444.62
Current Price
$33.89
$410.73 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MLP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 22.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 457.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.3%
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 10.3x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -12.5% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CSGP
The strongest argument for CSGP centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 22.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MLP
The strongest argument for MLP centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : CSGP
The primary concerns for CSGP are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 469.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MLP
The primary concerns for MLP are Price/Book, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSGP profiles as a growth stock while MLP is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
CSGP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.72 — 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
CSGP scores higher overall (54/100 vs 22/100) and 22.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
Maui Land & Pineapple Company Inc
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
Maui Land & Pineapple Company, Inc., develops, manages and sells residential, tourist, commercial, agricultural and industrial real estate in the United States. The company is headquartered in Lahaina, Hawaii.
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