Cboe Global Markets Inc (CBOE)vsMoodys Corporation (MCO)
CBOE
Cboe Global Markets Inc
$281.91
-1.44%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $30.86B
MCO
Moodys Corporation
$451.35
+1.36%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $79.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Moodys Corporation generates 64% more annual revenue ($7.87B vs $4.79B). MCO leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs 25.8%. MCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.11. CBOE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
CBOE
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
MCO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 39.7%
Earnings expanding 54.4% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 83 in profit
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.7%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 26.3x book value
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CBOE
The strongest argument for CBOE centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.8% and operating margin at 39.7%.
Bull Case : MCO
The strongest argument for MCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 45.7%.
Bear Case : CBOE
The primary concerns for CBOE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : MCO
The primary concerns for MCO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.44 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
MCO is growing revenue faster at 8.1% — sustainability is the question.
MCO generates stronger free cash flow (844M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
CBOE scores higher overall (70/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 25.8% margins. 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.
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.
Visit Website →Moodys Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Moody's Corporation, often referred to as Moody's, is an American business and financial services company. It is the holding company for Moody's Investors Service (MIS), an American credit rating agency, and Moody's Analytics (MA), an American provider of financial analysis software and services.
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