American International Group Inc (AIG)vsCboe Global Markets Inc (CBOE)
AIG
American International Group Inc
$75.33
+0.40%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $39.85B
CBOE
Cboe Global Markets Inc
$281.04
-2.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $31.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American International Group Inc generates 428% more annual revenue ($26.74B vs $5.06B). CBOE leads profitability with a 26.7% profit margin vs 11.1%. AIG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.57. CBOE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
AIG
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
CBOE
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 34.6%
Earnings expanding 50.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 22.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
0.5% revenue growth
ROE of 7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 10.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AIG
The strongest argument for AIG centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.57 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CBOE
The strongest argument for CBOE centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.7% and operating margin at 34.6%. Revenue growth of 22.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AIG
The primary concerns for AIG are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CBOE
The primary concerns for CBOE are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AIG profiles as a value stock while CBOE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AIG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.51 — expect wider price swings.
CBOE is growing revenue faster at 22.9% — sustainability is the question.
AIG generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CBOE scores higher overall (74/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 26.7% margins and 22.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
American International Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
American International Group, Inc., also known as AIG, is an American multinational finance and insurance corporation with operations in more than 80 countries and jurisdictions. The company operates through three core businesses: General Insurance, Life & Retirement, and a standalone technology-enabled subsidiary.
Cboe Global Markets Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Cboe Global Markets is an American company that owns the Chicago Board Options Exchange and the stock exchange operator BATS Global Markets.
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