Cohen & Company Inc (COHN)vsInteractive Brokers Group Inc (IBKR)
COHN
Cohen & Company Inc
$10.00
-0.99%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $35.26M
IBKR
Interactive Brokers Group Inc
$90.69
+2.61%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $155.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Interactive Brokers Group Inc generates 2114% more annual revenue ($6.83B vs $308.76M). IBKR leads profitability with a 16.5% profit margin vs 5.8%. COHN trades at a lower P/E of 2.3x. IBKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
COHN
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
IBKR
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
16.8% revenue growth
Strong operational efficiency at 76.5%
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 26.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 35.3% YoY
Generating 6.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.8% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COHN
The strongest argument for COHN centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 16.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : IBKR
The strongest argument for IBKR centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.5% and operating margin at 76.5%. Revenue growth of 26.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COHN
The primary concerns for COHN are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : IBKR
The primary concerns for IBKR are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 7.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IBKR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
IBKR is growing revenue faster at 26.3% — sustainability is the question.
IBKR generates stronger free cash flow (6.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor CAPITAL MARKETS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
IBKR scores higher overall (72/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 16.5% margins and 26.3% revenue growth. 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.
Cohen & Company Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Cohen & Company Inc. is a publicly owned investment manager. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with additional offices in New York City; Boca Raton, Florida; Chicago, Illinois; Bethesda, Maryland; Boston, Massachusetts; Paris, France; and London, United Kingdom.
Interactive Brokers Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. is a global automated electronic broker. The company is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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