Cboe Global Markets Inc (CBOE)vsMoodys Corporation (MCO)
CBOE
Cboe Global Markets Inc
$281.04
-2.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $31.16B
MCO
Moodys Corporation
$478.10
+0.66%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $82.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Moodys Corporation generates 61% more annual revenue ($8.16B vs $5.06B). MCO leads profitability with a 34.3% profit margin vs 26.7%. MCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.62. CBOE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
CBOE
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
MCO
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Every $100 of equity generates 92 in profit
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.5%
Earnings expanding 56.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 27.4x 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 26.7% and operating margin at 34.6%. Revenue growth of 22.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MCO
The strongest argument for MCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.3% and operating margin at 49.5%. Revenue growth of 15.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CBOE
The primary concerns for CBOE are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : MCO
The primary concerns for MCO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.49 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
CBOE is growing revenue faster at 22.9% — sustainability is the question.
MCO generates stronger free cash flow (684M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
CBOE scores higher overall (74/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 26.7% margins and 22.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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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