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Zillow (ZG) Bernstein Analysis Summary (Comment: 29 May 2025)

Key Takeaway:
Despite challenges in the housing market, Zillow is executing its strategy to expand its online home shopping and rental ecosystem. The company expects revenue growth in the low-to-mid teens in 2025 and intends to drive margins by controlling expenses. Its focus areas include Enhanced Markets, Rentals, and AI-integrated tools.

Highlights:

1. Enhanced Markets:

   • Strategy aims to cover 35% of connections by year-end, integrating Residential and Mortgage businesses.
   • Future opportunities include title/escrow, insurance products, and mortgage loan monetization.
   • Management views consumer traffic, Premier Agents, and low-cost CAC as competitive advantages.

2. Rentals:

   • Positioned as a strong two-sided marketplace due to its unique inventory aggregation.
   • Long tail of rentals has been captured; multifamily listings are a major revenue driver.
   • Targeting $1B revenue in Rentals; stage is healthy for incremental growth.

3. Industry Changes:

   • Commission rates for Premier Agents are stable; no signs of broad fee compression.
   • Zillow supports transparency in listing access, advocating against restrictive practices.
   • Regulation is a potential risk, particularly regarding commission rates for buyer agents.

4. AI Integration:

   • Zillow sees AI as supporting agent workflows, reducing waste and automating tasks.
   • Factors such as regulation, localized buying processes, and transaction complexity preserve Zillow's role.

Valuation & Ratings:

• BERNSTEIN Rating: Market-Perform (M: $65 price target).
• Valuation Model: 50/50 EV/EBITDA (25x in 2026E) + DCF (WACC 11%, terminal growth 3%).
• Key Financials (2024A-E): TTM EPS $1.38, 2026E EPS $2.56, PE 25x.
• Growth Forecast: Analysts expect disciplined cost control to drive margin expansion.

Upside Risks:

• Faster housing market recovery, increased revenue share, margin expansion, strategic acquisitions, market leadership.

Downside Risks:

• Slower housing market, continued high investment costs, competitive pressure (e.g., Homes.com), regulatory risks.

Recommendation:
Zillow's focus on rentals, mortgage services, and efficiency could drive future growth, but regulatory and housing risks remain significant.