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Compass Inc(COMP)
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for COMP
10/23/2026: COMP (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Compass Inc is a technology-enabled residential real estate brokerage that operates a proprietary software platform to support its agents. Its primary strength lies in its ability to improve agent productivity and retention through a unified software ecosystem. The company's growth story centers on capturing greater market share in high-value urban real estate markets using its technology advantage. However, investors must consider significant risks, including its sensitivity to cyclical housing markets, historical lack of profitability, and potential regulatory pressures on commission structures. Compass may best suit growth-oriented investors who can tolerate high volatility and monitor the company's progress toward sustained operational efficiency and profitability.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | While the company has high growth potential in technology adoption, its profitability timeline remains a key concern. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock can exhibit high volatility, making it sensitive to positive shifts in housing market sentiment. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | The company does not yet possess the steady earnings or dividends typically required for value investing. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | Compass does not pay a dividend as it focuses entirely on reinvestment. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The company operates in a highly cyclical, interest-rate-sensitive industry with significant execution risks. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock is highly sensitive to housing market data and mortgage rate changes. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Investors must weigh the high-growth tech platform model against traditional real estate cyclicality. |
| Competition risk (Real estate tech/brokerage) | High | Incumbents and new tech-native players consistently compete for the same agent talent pool. |
| Business quality | Medium | The business has built a strong tech moat, but it relies on low-margin commission revenue. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | No dividend is paid or expected in the near term. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | The company must continue to prove that its software drives enough margin to justify its high overhead. |
Price Behavior

Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 99.14% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 7.48B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 162.5 | 1Y Target Price 14.23 |
Price to earnings Ratio 162.5 | 1Y Target Price 14.23 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 16.5M shares | Beta 2.32 | 52 Weeks Range 6.37 - 13.96 | Updated Date 10/25/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 6.37 - 13.96 | Updated Date 10/25/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.06 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Brokerage Commissions | Commission revenue from residential real estate sales. | This is the primary way Compass makes money, which fluctuates based on housing market activity. |
| Platform Services | Ancillary services and software value-adds. | This is the 'tech' layer, intended to keep agents loyal and productive. |
Valuation
Trailing PE 162.5 | Forward PE 19.27 | Enterprise Value 4.58B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.71 |
Enterprise Value 4.58B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.71 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.73 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 98.47 | Shares Outstanding 757.52M | Shares Floating 734.76M |
Shares Outstanding 757.52M | Shares Floating 734.76M | ||
Percent Insiders 1.51 | Percent Institutions 94.17 |
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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