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CoStar Buys Stake in Italian Real Estate Tech
2 Jul
Summary
- CoStar Group acquired a 30% stake in Wikicasa, an Italian real estate marketplace.
- This investment is part of CoStar's international expansion strategy.
- Analysts initiated coverage with a 'Buy' rating and a $45.00 price target.
CoStar Group announced a significant investment, acquiring a 30% stake in Wikicasa, a prominent Italian real estate marketplace. This strategic acquisition aligns with CoStar's broader international expansion strategy, aiming to broaden its global footprint in the real estate technology sector. Wikicasa is recognized for its strong backing from Italian real estate agencies.
Analysts at Benchmark have initiated coverage on CoStar Group with a 'Buy' recommendation and set a price target of $45.00. This positive outlook comes despite the stock's substantial decline of 50% year-to-date, with analysts suggesting the stock may have reached a bottom and is poised for recovery.
Despite an initial surge of 5.4%, CoStar's shares later settled to a 4.7% increase. The market's reaction indicates the news is considered meaningful but not a fundamental shift in perception. Over the past year, CoStar's stock has shown volatility, with thirteen moves exceeding 5%.
