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CBRE Group Inc Class A(CBRE)
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CBRE
10/23/2026: CBRE (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
CBRE Group is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, offering a wide array of services including leasing, facilities management, and investment advice. The company is known for its integrated business model, which balances cyclical transaction revenue with steadier, recurring income from its global workplace solutions segment. Its primary growth story involves capitalizing on corporate outsourcing trends and digital real estate solutions. However, the company faces significant risks from interest rate volatility, economic cycles, and structural shifts in demand for physical office space. The stock is best suited for investors with a moderate to high risk tolerance, and observers should monitor global office occupancy trends and transaction volumes.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is largely tied to macro economic cycles rather than consistent secular acceleration. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock can exhibit strong momentum during periods of economic expansion and recovery in transaction activity. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation is often attractive during cyclical lows, but the business complexity requires careful assessment. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | CBRE does not currently pay a dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The stock's high correlation with economic and real estate market cycles results in significant volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | The stock reacts sharply to changes in interest rates and commercial real estate market sentiment. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Market pricing can fluctuate based on perceived cyclical peaks or troughs in the real estate market. |
| Competition risk (traditional and tech) | Medium | The firm faces pressure from traditional peers and potential disruption from real estate technology startups. |
| Business quality | Strong | CBRE is a market leader with a diversified, global business model and deep client integration. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | The lack of dividend payments makes this unsuitable for income seekers. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successfully integrating large acquisitions and managing global operations is critical for maintaining margins. |
Price Behavior

Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 8.31% | Avg. Invested days 53 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 35.53B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 26.4 | 1Y Target Price 175.75 |
Price to earnings Ratio 26.4 | 1Y Target Price 175.75 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2.4M shares | Beta 1.23 | 52 Weeks Range 121.69 - 174.27 | Updated Date 10/25/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 121.69 - 174.27 | Updated Date 10/25/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 4.67 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Advisory Services | Leasing, capital markets, and project management fees. | This segment acts as the cyclical engine, growing when real estate markets are active. |
| Global Workplace Solutions | Recurring facilities management contracts. | This provides a steady, recurring revenue base that buffers against economic downturns. |
| Real Estate Investments | Investment management fees and development profits. | Provides additional income through assets under management and development projects. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-10-22 | When Before Market | Estimate 1.97 | Actual 2.05 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 3.07% | Operating Margin (TTM) 3.93% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.4% | Return on Equity (TTM) 16.18% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 26.4 | Forward PE 14.93 | Enterprise Value 49.43B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.79 |
Enterprise Value 49.43B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.79 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.13 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 24.15 | Shares Outstanding 288.20M | Shares Floating 286.19M |
Shares Outstanding 288.20M | Shares Floating 286.19M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.51 | Percent Institutions 100.57 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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