CME Group Inc (CME)vsUbiquiti Networks Inc (UI)
CME
CME Group Inc
$293.93
+1.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $105.67B
UI
Ubiquiti Networks Inc
$839.05
+0.55%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $50.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CME Group Inc generates 119% more annual revenue ($6.51B vs $2.97B). CME leads profitability with a 62.6% profit margin vs 29.9%. UI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. UI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
CME
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
UI
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.8%
Fair Value
$522.76
Current Price
$293.93
$228.83 discount
Margin of Safety
-4.0%
Fair Value
$685.62
Current Price
$839.05
$153.43 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 63 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 63.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 35.0% YoY
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 136 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.9%
Revenue surging 35.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 70.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 50.0x book value
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 62.6% and operating margin at 63.8%.
Bull Case : UI
The strongest argument for UI centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.9% and operating margin at 35.9%. Revenue growth of 35.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CME
The primary concerns for CME are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UI
The primary concerns for UI are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 57.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CME profiles as a mature stock while UI is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
UI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
UI is growing revenue faster at 35.8% — sustainability is the question.
CME generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UI scores higher overall (73/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 29.9% margins and 35.8% revenue growth. CME offers better value entry with a 43.8% margin of safety. 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 →Ubiquiti Networks Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Ubiquiti Inc. develops network technology for service providers, businesses and consumers. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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