CME Group Inc (CME)vsCognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A (CTSH)
CME
CME Group Inc
$281.25
-1.95%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $101.91B
CTSH
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A
$51.68
-0.50%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $24.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A generates 217% more annual revenue ($21.41B vs $6.74B). CME leads profitability with a 63.3% profit margin vs 10.4%. CTSH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. CTSH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CME
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
CTSH
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CME.
Margin of Safety
+76.7%
Fair Value
$304.80
Current Price
$51.68
$253.12 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 63 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 69.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 21.3% YoY
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.6% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CME
The strongest argument for CME centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.3% and operating margin at 69.8%. Revenue growth of 14.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CTSH
The strongest argument for CTSH centers on P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CME
The primary concerns for CME are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : CTSH
The primary concerns for CTSH are EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CME profiles as a mature stock while CTSH is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CTSH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.80 — expect wider price swings.
CME is growing revenue faster at 14.4% — sustainability is the question.
CME generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CTSH scores higher overall (67/100 vs 65/100). 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.
CME Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
CME Group Inc. (Chicago Mercantile Exchange, Chicago Board of Trade, New York Mercantile Exchange, The Commodity Exchange) is an American global markets company. It is the world's largest financial derivatives exchange, and trades in asset classes that include agricultural products, currencies, energy, interest rates, metals, stock indexes and cryptocurrencies futures.
Visit Website →Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Cognizant is an American multinational technology company that provides business consulting, information technology and outsourcing services. It is headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey, United States.
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