CoStar Group Inc (CSGP)vsTranscontinental Realty Investors (TCI)
CSGP
CoStar Group Inc
$41.41
-0.12%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $17.55B
TCI
Transcontinental Realty Investors
$34.48
-0.03%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $389.81M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CoStar Group Inc generates 6571% more annual revenue ($3.25B vs $48.67M). TCI leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs 0.2%. TCI trades at a lower P/E of 69.4x. CSGP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
CSGP
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
TCI
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-34092.9%
Fair Value
$0.14
Current Price
$41.41
$41.27 premium
Margin of Safety
-1134.4%
Fair Value
$4.42
Current Price
$34.48
$30.06 premium
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
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.7% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 59.5%
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 : TCI
The strongest argument for TCI centers on Price/Book.
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 : TCI
The primary concerns for TCI are Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 69.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CSGP profiles as a growth stock while TCI is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CSGP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
CSGP is growing revenue faster at 26.9% — sustainability is the question.
TCI generates stronger free cash flow (-12M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CSGP scores higher overall (50/100 vs 34/100) and 26.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Transcontinental Realty Investors
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
Transcontinental Realty Investors, Inc., a Dallas-based real estate investment company, has a diverse portfolio of capital real estate located throughout the United States, including apartments, office buildings, shopping centers, and urbanized and undeveloped land.
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