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CSGP·CoStar Group, Inc.

$29.71
-0.29 (-0.97%)
High
$30.11
Open
$29.94
Market Cap
11.86B
52W High
$82.20
Low
$29.30
P. Close
$29.71
P/E
161.12
52W Low
$25.00
Fwd P/E
16.93
DailyIQ Est.
$38.90
Inst. Ownership
54.8%
Short Interest
3.29%
Days to Cover
2.0
Technical Score (1D)
45
NEUTRAL
News Sentiment
5
BEARISH
CSGP scores 45 on the 1D technical view with a NEUTRAL signal and mixed momentum. Price action is in a neutral range - the market is coiling, and neither side has been willing to push to a definitive break. Sentiment at 5 is diverging from the flat technical backdrop, removing sentiment as a directional catalyst for now. Consolidations like this are often a sign that the market is waiting for new information before committing capital in either direction. The range between $28.14 and $30.48 is well-defined. When this kind of compression resolves - particularly if it resolves with a gap or range-expansion bar - the follow-through tends to be more sustained than a typical breakout because of the energy that builds during the quiet phase. CoStar Group, Inc.'s current range isn't offering much of an edge in either direction, which is itself useful information - it means the 1D setup is better suited to defining risk (a close outside $28.14 or $30.48) than to predicting the outcome. Trying to front-run that resolution usually costs more in false starts than it saves in early entry.
LOW TARGET
$25 -15.8%
2 analysts
MEAN TARGET
$37 +25.9%
16 analysts
HIGH TARGET
$53 +78.4%
11 analysts
PRICE RANGE
$25.00 - $53.00
SB / B / H / S / SS
6/10/11/1/1
DAILYIQ EST.
$38.90 (+30.9%)
Sector
Real Estate
Industry
Real Estate Services
Exchange
NMS
Country
United States
Symbol
CSGP
Description
CoStar Group, Inc. operates as a leading provider of comprehensive real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces across North America, Europe, and parts of Asia and Latin America. Its core business revolves around delivering detailed property data, including inventory, sales transactions, and lease information, catering to various commercial real estate sectors like office, industrial, and multifamily. CoStar's value proposition lies in its diverse suite of tools and platforms, such as LoopNet.com and Homes.com, which facilitate efficient market analysis, property marketing, and transaction management for a broad customer base. These offerings serve a wide range of professionals, from brokers and investors to property owners and lenders, solidifying CoStar's position as a central resource within the real estate industry. Founded in 1987, the company provides essential services for navigating the complexities of the real estate market.
Bought (1Y)
83,300 shares
$2.5M
Sold (1Y)
16,859 shares
$504K
Cann Cynthia CammettChief Accounting Officer
Sell4,788 shares2026-08-07
Hill John W-
Sell3,500 shares2026-08-05
FLORANCE ANDREW CFounder and CEO
Buy83,300 shares2026-08-04
SAINT FREDERICK G.President, Marketplaces
Tax Withholding1,436 shares2026-08-01
Cann Cynthia CammettChief Accounting Officer
Tax Withholding1,077 shares2026-08-01
77/ 100
Bullish
Overall: Bullish
✓Revenue growing year over year
✓Positive net margin
✓Positive operating cash flow
Gross Margin
78.9%
Net Margin
0.2%
Revenue CAGR
18.7%
Current Ratio
2.84x
Debt / Equity
0.12x
Return on Equity
0.1%
Earnings Summary
CoStar Group, Inc. is a leading provider of comprehensive real‑estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces, serving commercial real‑estate professionals across North America, Europe, and parts of Asia and Latin America. The company’s core business revolves around delivering detailed property data and transaction services through platforms such as LoopNet.com and Homes.com, positioning it as a central resource within the real‑estate services sector. In the most recent quarters, CoStar posted EPS of $0.2606 in Q4 2024, $0.1932 in Q1 2025, $0.17 in Q2 2025, and $0.23 in Q3 2025, all exceeding analyst expectations and indicating a consistent earnings beat pattern; revenue grew from $709.4 million in Q4 2024 to $833.6 million in Q3 2025, a 17.5% year‑over‑year increase, while EPS growth accelerated from 0.2606 to 0.23, reflecting stronger profitability. Historically, the company has maintained a steady upward trajectory in both revenue and EPS, with multiple consecutive quarters beating estimates and a trend of revenue growth even when EPS margins fluctuate, underscoring a resilient data‑driven business model. Recent news highlights a cautious stance from Deutsche Bank, which lowered its price target to $35 following a review of earnings and market conditions, and a commentary on the erosion of profitability from the Homes.com investment, suggesting that the residential marketplace may dilute earnings; however, analysts such as Needham continue to affirm a Buy rating and confidence in the subscription platform’s high margins.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$0.11$0.17$0.24$0.30$0.37Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26Q3'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q3'26$0.34 - -
Q2'26$0.29$0.32+9.3%
Q1'26$0.19$0.23+22.5%
Q4'25$0.28$0.31+10.9%
Q3'25$0.19$0.23+21.8%
Q2'25$0.14$0.17+23.4%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$754M$813M$873M$932M$992MQ2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26Q3'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q3'26$964M - -
Q2'26$947M$925M-2.4%
Q1'26$915M$897M-1.9%
Q4'25$904M$900M-0.4%
Q3'25 - $834M -
Q2'25 - $781M -

Market Data

CSGP Stock Snapshot

NEUTRAL45/100
$29.71−$0.29 (1.0%)
Market cap
11.86B
P/E ratio
161.1
Day range
$29.30 – $30.11
News sentiment
5/100 · Bearish
Analyst target
$37.40 (+25.9%)
Consensus
Hold · 29 analysts
52-week range+18.8% off low · -63.9% from high
$25.00$82.20
Price $29.71 DailyIQ Est. $38.90

CSGP is in a holding pattern - neither trend nor momentum has taken control. The stock is liquid enough that positioning changes get absorbed without distorting the trend.

Behaviour On Record

What CSGP's own history says about today's numbers

Realized volatility (21d)
36.1% 78th pct
Below its peak
-69.8%
vs 200-day average
-23.1%
Up days (1y)
46%

CoStar Group, Inc. is currently running 36.1% annualised volatility over the last 21 sessions. Measured against CSGP's own 13 years of daily returns rather than a market-wide average, that is the 78th percentile — elevated for this stock, against a typical reading of 27.6%. The distinction matters because a number that looks calm for one stock is turbulent for another, and the absolute figure on its own tells you neither.

CSGP is trading -69.8% below its running peak. Across 12 full years on file, its median worst-drawdown-in-a-year was -27.7%, and the deepest was -37.3% in 2022. The current drawdown is already deeper than this stock's typical annual low point, which puts it in the part of its range where past recoveries began — and where past declines also continued.

Price sits -23.1% from its 200-day moving average. Against every other day in its history, that gap ranks at the 7th percentile — a narrower gap than it typically runs. Over the past year CSGP closed higher on 46% of sessions, and it is currently 1 session into a rising streak.

On October specifically: over 13 years of records, CSGP finished the month higher 5 of 13 times, with a median return of -2.3% and an average of -0.7%. Its strongest month historically has been November at +4.4% on average, its weakest September at -2.8%. Seasonality is a weak signal on its own — a decade is a small sample and regimes change — but it is a real distribution rather than a rule of thumb.

Overnight risk is measurable too: CSGP has opened more than 2% away from the prior close in 121 of 3,267 sessions (3.7% of the time), with the largest gaps running +19.7% and -10.1%. For anyone holding through an event, that rate is a better guide to overnight exposure than the intraday range.

Across the last 3 dated reports on file, CSGP moved an average of 6.2% in the session after earnings, closing higher 1 of those 3 times, with a median move of -2.1% and a largest of +13.9%.

All figures computed from 3,268 daily closes between 2013-10-15 and 2026-10-13, split-adjusted, recomputed daily. Percentiles are against CSGP's own 13-year history, not a peer group or index.

Sector Rotation

Is money rotating into or out of CSGP's sector?

CoStar Group, Inc. sits in the Real Estate sector, currently ranked 11th of 12 GICS sectors by relative-strength rotation score (improving).

Sector rank
#11 of 12
Sector state
Improving
Sector rotation score
55

Options Market

What is the options market pricing for CSGP?

CallsPuts

For CoStar Group, Inc.'s nearest expiry (2026-10-16, 2 days out), open interest is call-heavy, a bullish tilt (put/call ratio of 0.47), with at-the-money implied volatility around 63.7%. The options market is pricing roughly a ±4.9% move by that expiry — a range of about $28.17–$31.05.

Put/call ratio (2026-10-16)
0.47
ATM implied volatility
63.7%
Total open interest
9,684
Expected move by 2026-10-16
±4.9% ($28.17–$31.05)

Analyst Rating Changes

Are analysts turning bullish or bearish on CSGP?

Needham most recently reiterated its rating on CoStar Group, Inc. to Buy on Oct 6, 2026 with a price target of $40. Over the last 90 days, coverage has run 0 upgrades against 3 downgrades, a net bearish lean.

Latest action
Needham — Buy
90-day upgrades
0
90-day downgrades
3
Net rating momentum
-3
DateFirmActionRatingPrice target
Oct 6, 2026NeedhamReiteratedBuy$40
Aug 24, 2026BMO CapitalMaintainedMarket Perform$31 → $33
Jul 29, 2026CitigroupDowngradeBuy → Neutral$70 → $33
Jul 29, 2026JP MorganMaintainedOverweight$58 → $52
Jul 29, 2026William BlairDowngradeOutperform → Market Perform-
Jul 29, 2026CitizensMaintainedMarket Outperform$44 → $35
Jul 29, 2026Wolfe ResearchMaintainedOutperform$35 → $32
Jul 29, 2026Keefe, Bruyette & WoodsDowngradeOutperform → Market Perform$41 → $29
Jul 29, 2026BTIGMaintainedBuy$55 → $42
Jul 29, 2026NeedhamMaintainedBuy$50 → $40
Jul 14, 2026BairdDowngradeOutperform → Neutral$48 → $34
Jul 13, 2026RBC CapitalMaintainedSector Perform$39 → $34

Peers & ETF holders

CSGP peers & ETF holders

News Sentiment Analysis

Sentiment gathered from recent headlines

5/100
Strong NegativeNeutralStrong Positive
BEARISH

Recent News Coverage

Most recent articles, ranked by recency (click to expand).

10+ articles
What did this article say?
Deutsche Bank reduced its price target for CoStar Group from $37 to $35 on October 9, reflecting a more cautious view of the company’s near‑term prospects. The downgrade was issued after the bank reviewed recent earnings and market conditions, suggesting that growth expectations may be lower than previously anticipated. The cut indicates a modest negative bias for the stock, though it does not imply a drastic shift in fundamentals. Investors may interpret the move as a signal to reassess valuation levels and potential upside.
What did this article say?
CoStar Group (CSGP) fell nearly 60% in 2024, dropping its market cap and losing a Nasdaq‑100 seat. The company’s Homes.com strategy to enter residential real estate underperformed, leading to investor disappointment. Despite the decline, Baillie Gifford’s Ben James highlighted CSGP as a stock with significant growth potential, citing its long‑term positioning and recent acquisitions. The outlook remains uncertain, with upside contingent on market adjustment and execution of the residential strategy.
What did this article say?
CoStar Group’s investment in Homes.com has significantly eroded the profitability of its core commercial‑real‑estate data business, pushing the stock toward a 52‑week low. The company’s subscription platform, CoStar Suite, continues to grow revenue and maintain high margins, but the losses from the residential marketplace have buried earnings. Analysts view the Homes.com bet as a costly distraction that could dilute the value of the otherwise robust data franchise.
What did this article say?
Arlington‑based CoStar Group (CSGP) announced that it will report Q3 2026 earnings on October 27, 2026. Analysts projected diluted EPS of $0.28, a 154.6% increase from the prior quarter’s $0.11. The company has consistently surpassed Wall Street estimates for the last four quarters. The forecast signals continued strength in CoStar’s real‑estate data and marketplace services. The outlook suggests a positive trajectory for the firm’s financial performance.
What did this article say?
Needham analyst Mayank Tandon reaffirmed a Buy rating for CoStar Group (CSGP) on October 6, maintaining a $40 price target. The upgrade reflects confidence in the company’s real‑estate data and analytics platform. The firm cited continued growth in its subscription services and a favorable market outlook for commercial real‑estate technology. No immediate catalysts were identified, but the rating signals positive sentiment from a respected brokerage. The decision aligns with broader market expectations for CSGP’s valuation trajectory.
What did this article say?
The article highlighted CoStar Group’s (CSGP) solid revenue growth and AI‑driven platform enhancements, positioning the company as an undervalued investment. It noted ongoing share buybacks and a favorable 2027 upside forecast, underscoring management’s confidence in future earnings. The piece also discussed potential risks, such as market competition and regulatory scrutiny, but concluded that the company’s niche in real estate data and platforms remains a strong competitive moat.
What did this article say?
CoStar Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSGP) announced that it would report its third‑quarter 2026 financial results on October 27, 2026, following the market close. The company will host a conference call at 5:00 PM EDT to discuss the results and its outlook, with a live audio webcast available on its investor website. A replay of the call will be posted for a limited time afterward. The announcement provides the schedule for investors to review the upcoming earnings data and management commentary.
What did this article say?
CoStar Group (CSGP) was removed from the FTSE All‑World Index, prompting a conference appearance in London that highlighted the company’s declining performance. The stock fell 14.6% over the prior month and 58.3% year‑to‑date, with a 67.2% drop in one‑year total shareholder return. Analysts noted that the recent slide contrasts with other real‑estate data peers, suggesting a loss of investor confidence. The index exit and negative price trend signal a material headwind for CSGP’s valuation prospects.
What did this article say?
Apartments.com, a subsidiary of CoStar Group (CSGP), released its latest multifamily rent growth report for September 2026. The publication provides updated rent trend data for the multifamily sector but does not indicate any immediate impact on CSGP’s financials or valuation.
What did this article say?
CoStar Group announced that every major commercial real estate brokerage firm in Canada had subscribed to its platform. The move solidified CoStar’s status as the industry standard for property data, analytics, and market intelligence across Canada. By securing the entire brokerage market, the company expanded its user base and reinforced its competitive advantage in the Canadian commercial real estate sector.

Technical Analysis

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45
NEUTRAL
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Institutional & Hedge Fund Ownership
25 tracked managers · $9.02B combined position · 13 adding, 12 trimming, 0 unchanged (latest 13F filings)
ManagerTrendShares Held% of Co.Position ValueFiled
Vanguard Group Inc▲ Buy70,108,99917.39%$4.71B2026-01-29
BlackRock, Inc.▲ Buy33,813,9698.39%$957.61M2026-08-07
Baillie Gifford & Co▼ Sell13,154,1653.26%$372.53M2026-08-06
Geode Capital Management, LLC▼ Sell12,166,4693.02%$343.30M2026-08-12
Akre Capital Management LLC▲ Buy11,699,3962.90%$331.33M2026-08-14
Janus Henderson Group plc▲ Buy7,724,1521.92%$311.59M2026-05-18
Polen Capital Management LLC▼ Sell8,759,3142.17%$248.06M2026-08-04
AQR Capital Management LLC▲ Buy8,445,4742.09%$239.18M2026-08-14
Invesco Ltd.▼ Sell6,808,3771.69%$192.81M2026-08-14
Norges Bank▼ Sell5,949,9121.48%$168.50M2026-08-12
Morgan Stanley▲ Buy5,485,8701.36%$155.36M2026-08-13
JPMorgan Chase & Co▲ Buy4,939,9941.23%$145.37M2026-08-12
Goldman Sachs Group Inc▼ Sell5,129,4841.27%$145.27M2026-08-14
Capital Research Global Investors▼ Sell4,193,7331.04%$118.79M2026-08-12
Bares Capital Management, Inc.▲ Buy1,226,2510.30%$103.46M2025-11-14
Northern Trust Corp▲ Buy3,448,8390.86%$97.67M2026-08-13
Bank of America Corp▼ Sell2,735,1020.68%$77.46M2026-08-14
FMR LLC (Fidelity)▼ Sell2,474,9020.61%$70.09M2026-08-13
Squarepoint Ops LLC▲ Buy1,442,0490.36%$40.84M2026-08-14
Marshall Wace, LLP▲ Buy1,381,2040.34%$39.12M2026-08-13
Wells Fargo & Company▼ Sell1,253,8210.31%$35.51M2026-08-14
Two Sigma Investments, LP▲ Buy1,104,9500.27%$31.29M2026-08-14
D. E. Shaw & Co., Inc.▼ Sell1,043,3320.26%$29.55M2026-08-14
Man Group plc▲ Buy921,0940.23%$26.09M2026-08-14
Citigroup Inc▼ Sell889,5810.22%$25.19M2026-08-03
Q2 2026 flow:14.90M sh bought ($425.44M)18.26M sh sold ($517.03M)net -3.36M sh (−$91.59M)
Congressional Trading Activity
19 disclosed trades · ~$225.5K est. traded value · 15 buys, 4 sells
MemberChamberStateTypeAmountTradedFiled
Gilbert CisnerosHouseCA31▲ Buy$1K - $15K2026-08-192026-09-10
Gilbert CisnerosHouseCA31▼ Sell$1K - $15K2026-04-142026-05-08
Gilbert CisnerosHouseCA31▲ Buy$1K - $15K2026-03-132026-04-07
Gilbert CisnerosHouseCA31▲ Buy$1K - $15K2026-01-282026-02-13
Gilbert CisnerosHouseCA31▲ Buy$1K - $15K2025-12-102026-01-12
Gilbert CisnerosHouseCA31▲ Buy$1K - $15K2025-10-152025-11-18
Gilbert CisnerosHouseCA31▲ Buy$1K - $15K2025-09-302025-10-10
Lisa McClainHouseMI09▼ Sell$1K - $15K2025-09-252025-10-22
Gilbert CisnerosHouseCA31▲ Buy$1K - $15K2025-09-222025-10-10
Lisa McClainHouseMI09▲ Buy$1K - $15K2025-08-132025-09-12
Gilbert CisnerosHouseCA31▲ Buy$1K - $15K2025-07-312025-08-14
Gilbert CisnerosHouseCA31▲ Buy$1K - $15K2025-07-092025-08-14
Gilbert CisnerosHouseCA31▲ Buy$1K - $15K2025-06-302025-07-10
Gilbert CisnerosHouseCA31▲ Buy$15K - $50K2025-06-272025-07-10
Gilbert CisnerosHouseCA31▲ Buy$1K - $15K2025-06-252025-07-10
Jefferson ShreveHouseIN06▼ Sell$15K - $50K2025-05-122025-06-22
Jefferson ShreveHouseIN06▲ Buy$15K - $50K2025-02-242025-03-09
William R. KeatingHouseMA09▲ Buy$1K - $15K2025-01-212025-02-25
Julie JohnsonHouseTX32▼ Sell$1K - $15K2025-01-152025-02-12