American International Group Inc (AIG)vsNasdaq Inc (NDAQ)
AIG
American International Group Inc
$76.64
+0.80%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $39.81B
NDAQ
Nasdaq Inc
$97.02
-0.58%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $52.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American International Group Inc generates 376% more annual revenue ($26.74B vs $5.61B). NDAQ leads profitability with a 35.0% profit margin vs 11.1%. AIG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.63. NDAQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AIG
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
NDAQ
Strong Buy67
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
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
0.5% revenue growth
ROE of 3.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 10.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AIG
The strongest argument for AIG centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.63 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NDAQ
The strongest argument for NDAQ centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.0% and operating margin at 49.3%. Revenue growth of 14.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AIG
The primary concerns for AIG are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : NDAQ
The primary concerns for NDAQ are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AIG profiles as a value stock while NDAQ is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NDAQ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
NDAQ is growing revenue faster at 14.9% — sustainability is the question.
AIG generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NDAQ scores higher overall (67/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 35.0% margins and 14.9% 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.
Nasdaq Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Nasdaq, Inc. is an American multinational financial services corporation that owns and operates stock exchanges in the United States and Europe. It is headquartered in New York City.
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