Cboe Global Markets Inc (CBOE)vsS&P Global Inc (SPGI)
CBOE
Cboe Global Markets Inc
$281.04
-2.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $31.16B
SPGI
S&P Global Inc
$410.71
+0.07%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $120.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
S&P Global Inc generates 219% more annual revenue ($16.12B vs $5.06B). SPGI leads profitability with a 30.5% profit margin vs 26.7%. SPGI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.00. CBOE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
CBOE
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
SPGI
Strong Buy67
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
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
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 : SPGI
The strongest argument for SPGI centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.5% and operating margin at 44.8%. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CBOE
The primary concerns for CBOE are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : SPGI
The primary concerns for SPGI are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CBOE profiles as a growth stock while SPGI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SPGI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
CBOE is growing revenue faster at 22.9% — sustainability is the question.
SPGI generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CBOE scores higher overall (74/100 vs 67/100), 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.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
S&P Global Inc. is an American publicly traded corporation headquartered in Manhattan, New York City. Its primary areas of business are financial information and analytics.
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