FirstService Corp (FSV)vsIHS Holding Ltd (IHS)
FSV
FirstService Corp
$140.68
+0.76%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $6.59B
IHS
IHS Holding Ltd
$8.30
0.00%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $2.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
FirstService Corp generates 247% more annual revenue ($5.56B vs $1.61B). IHS leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs 2.9%. IHS trades at a lower P/E of 4.6x. IHS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
FSV
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
IHS
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-9.5%
Fair Value
$143.88
Current Price
$140.68
$3.20 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for IHS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 626.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 144.8% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 29.2%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of -6380.0% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FSV
The strongest argument for FSV centers on EPS Growth.
Bull Case : IHS
The strongest argument for IHS centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : FSV
The primary concerns for FSV are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 40.4x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : IHS
The primary concerns for IHS are Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
IHS is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
IHS generates stronger free cash flow (159M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REAL ESTATE SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
IHS scores higher overall (59/100 vs 54/100). Both earn "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.
FirstService Corp
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
FirstService Corporation provides residential property management and other essential property services to residential and commercial clients in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
IHS Holding Ltd
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE SERVICES · USA
IHS Holding Limited owns, operates and develops shared telecommunications infrastructure in Africa, Latin America, Europe and the Middle East. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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