ZG:NASDAQZillow Group, Inc. Analysis
Data as of 2026-03-11 - not real-time
$44.35
Latest Price
8/10Risk
Risk Level: High
Executive Summary
Zillow Group (ZG) is trading at $44.35, which sits just below its 20‑day SMA of $44.84 and well under the 50‑day ($56.53) and 200‑day ($69.28) averages, signaling a bearish price trend. The 14‑day RSI of 36 points to oversold conditions, while the MACD line sits above its signal line, producing a bullish histogram that suggests a possible short‑term rebound toward the $52.27 resistance zone. Volume has been decreasing and 30‑day volatility is elevated at roughly 68%, with a beta near 1.07, indicating the stock moves in step with the market but with amplified swings.
On the fundamentals side, ZG posted 18.1% revenue growth YoY to $2.58 B, yet operating margins remain negative (‑1.68%) and profit margins are thin at 0.89%. The company holds a strong cash cushion of $1.30 B against $457 M of debt, though a debt‑to‑equity ratio of 9.36 signals leverage risk. Valuation is stretched: a trailing P/E of 493 versus an industry average of 18, and a DCF‑derived fair value of $13.75, contrast with a forward P/E of 15.3 and analyst‑set target of $75, implying a mix of growth expectations and significant upside potential. Recent earnings missed have tempered sentiment, but analysts still rate the stock as a “Buy” and note it as oversold, supporting a cautious upside view.
On the fundamentals side, ZG posted 18.1% revenue growth YoY to $2.58 B, yet operating margins remain negative (‑1.68%) and profit margins are thin at 0.89%. The company holds a strong cash cushion of $1.30 B against $457 M of debt, though a debt‑to‑equity ratio of 9.36 signals leverage risk. Valuation is stretched: a trailing P/E of 493 versus an industry average of 18, and a DCF‑derived fair value of $13.75, contrast with a forward P/E of 15.3 and analyst‑set target of $75, implying a mix of growth expectations and significant upside potential. Recent earnings missed have tempered sentiment, but analysts still rate the stock as a “Buy” and note it as oversold, supporting a cautious upside view.
Market Outlook
Short Term
< 1 yearPositive
Model confidence: 7/10
Key Factors
- Oversold technical indicators (RSI 36, price near support $41.90)
- Bullish MACD histogram suggesting near‑term momentum
- Analyst sentiment labeling the stock as oversold and a buy‑the‑dip candidate
Medium Term
1–3 yearsNeutral
Model confidence: 6/10
Key Factors
- Strong revenue growth (18% YoY) but persistent operating losses
- Forward earnings outlook (forward P/E ~15) aligning with target price $75
- High valuation gap versus DCF fair value creating upside/downside uncertainty
Long Term
> 3 yearsCautious
Model confidence: 5/10
Key Factors
- Elevated volatility (68% 30‑day) and historical max drawdown of ~‑51%
- Leverage concerns (debt‑to‑equity >9) and low ROE/ROA
- Potential regulatory headwinds in the real‑estate and mortgage sectors
Key Metrics & Analysis
Financial Health
Revenue Growth18.10%
Profit Margin0.89%
P/E Ratio492.8
ROE0.47%
ROA-0.35%
Debt/Equity9.36
P/B Ratio2.2
Op. Cash Flow$368.0M
Free Cash Flow$84.8M
Industry P/E18.2
Technical Analysis
TrendBearish
RSI36.3
Support$41.90
Resistance$52.27
MA 20$44.84
MA 50$56.53
MA 200$69.28
MACDBullish
VolumeDecreasing
Fear & Greed Index78.16
Valuation
Fair Value$13.75
Target Price$74.78
Upside/Downside68.62%
GradeOvervalued
TypeBlend
Risk Assessment
Beta1.07
Volatility68.34%
Sector RiskMedium
Reg. RiskMedium
Geo RiskLow
Currency RiskLow
Liquidity RiskMedium
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