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REA Group Ltd (ASX:REA) has seen a significant increase in its share price, rising by 17.9% since the beginning of 2024. In comparison, BHP Group Ltd (ASX:BHP) is currently 19.5% below its 52-week high. This overview provides insight into the performance of REA and BHP shares.
REA Group Ltd (ASX:REA) Share Performance
Established in 1995, REA Group is a Melbourne-based real estate advertising firm primarily owned by News Corp. Known for its Realestate.com.au platform, REA Group operates globally with property websites across approximately 10 countries, serving around 20,000 agents. The Australian site alone attracts over 55 million visits each month.
Despite its global presence, the majority of REA Group's revenue is derived from its Australian operations. Revenue streams include property listings for sale or rent and financial services such as mortgage broking. The company leverages network effects and economies of scale, which provide a competitive edge over rivals like Domain.
BHP Group Ltd (ASX:BHP) Share Performance
Founded in 1885, BHP Group (formerly BHP Billiton) is a major player in the natural resources sector, focusing on commodities for energy and manufacturing, as well as moving into fertilizers. BHP's operations are divided into three main areas: copper and related minerals (including gold, uranium, silver, and zinc), iron ore, and coal (metallurgical and energy).
BHP shares are often considered a stable choice for dividend income and are commonly included in ASX share portfolios. Exposure to BHP shares is likely if investing through popular ETFs, LICs, or Industry Super funds.
Valuation Insights
For REA Group Ltd (ASX:REA), the current price-to-sales ratio stands at 17.05x, which is higher than its 5-year average of 16.25x. This suggests that REA shares are trading above their historical average. Various valuation techniques should be considered for a comprehensive assessment.
BHP Group Ltd (ASX:BHP), a more established company, offers a historical dividend yield of approximately 6.23%, slightly above its 5-year average of 6.14%. For an in-depth valuation, tools such as Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) and Dividend Discount Models (DDM) can be explored for a more precise analysis of BHP's share price.
