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CoStar Group Inc(CSGP)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CSGP
10/29/2026: CSGP (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
CoStar Group is a leading provider of information and digital marketplace platforms for the commercial and residential real estate industries. The company is recognized for its extensive proprietary data and high-traffic sites like Apartments.com, which provide a foundation of recurring subscription and advertising revenue. Its primary growth story centers on the scaling of its residential portal, Homes.com, to compete with industry incumbents. Risks include the intense competitive environment for consumer traffic, the high costs of market expansion, and economic sensitivity in the real estate sector. The stock is best suited for growth-oriented investors who are comfortable with higher volatility in exchange for long-term market penetration.
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 | Strong fit | The company consistently prioritizes reinvestment and market expansion over short-term profitability. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The aggressive growth strategy and market penetration efforts often attract trend-following participants. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | The stock typically trades at a high valuation multiple reflecting its growth prospects. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | CoStar does not pay a dividend and has no current plans to initiate one. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High growth expectations and market volatility make this a higher-beta asset. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock's valuation is sensitive to growth sentiment and interest rate changes. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | High P/E ratios mean the stock price is vulnerable to earnings misses. |
| Competition risk (Portal rivalry) | High | Aggressive spending is required to compete with Zillow for residential market share. |
| Business quality | Strong | The company possesses a deep economic moat through its proprietary data assets. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Income-focused investors will not find this stock suitable. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successfully scaling Homes.com remains a complex multi-year initiative. |
Price Behavior
Steep Decline
The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -35.66% | Avg. Invested days 29 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/29/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
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Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 11.16B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 183.6 | 1Y Target Price 35.85 |
Price to earnings Ratio 183.6 | 1Y Target Price 35.85 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 6.5M shares | Beta 0.8 | 52 Weeks Range 25.89 - 70.63 | Updated Date 10/28/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 25.89 - 70.63 | Updated Date 10/28/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.15 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Information & Analytics | Subscription fees for access to the CoStar database, research reports, and analytical tools. | This is a recurring, high-margin revenue stream that forms the foundation of the company. |
| Marketplaces | Advertising and lead-generation fees from apartments, commercial property listings, and residential home sales on platforms like Apartments.com and Homes.com. | This segment is driven by advertising volume and traffic, making it more cyclical but potentially higher growth. |
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 2026-10-27 | When After Market | Estimate 0.28 | Actual 0.32 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 2.08% | Operating Margin (TTM) 8.22% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 0.47% | Return on Equity (TTM) 0.89% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 183.6 | Forward PE 17.45 | Enterprise Value 13.69B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.14 |
Enterprise Value 13.69B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.14 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.73 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 24.54 | Shares Outstanding 405.20M | Shares Floating 401.75M |
Shares Outstanding 405.20M | Shares Floating 401.75M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.76 | Percent Institutions 104.54 |
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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