Coinbase Global Inc (COIN)vsNasdaq Inc (NDAQ)
COIN
Coinbase Global Inc
$152.40
-7.15%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $44.69B
NDAQ
Nasdaq Inc
$88.45
-1.26%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $50.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Coinbase Global Inc generates 16% more annual revenue ($6.29B vs $5.42B). NDAQ leads profitability with a 35.3% profit margin vs 12.7%. COIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. NDAQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
COIN
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
NDAQ
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 430.6% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 33.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COIN
The strongest argument for COIN centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.94 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NDAQ
The strongest argument for NDAQ centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.3% and operating margin at 48.4%. Revenue growth of 13.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COIN
The primary concerns for COIN are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 62.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : NDAQ
The primary concerns for NDAQ are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COIN profiles as a declining stock while NDAQ is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
COIN carries more volatility with a beta of 3.32 — expect wider price swings.
NDAQ is growing revenue faster at 13.7% — sustainability is the question.
NDAQ generates stronger free cash flow (629M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NDAQ scores higher overall (69/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 35.3% margins and 13.7% 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.
Coinbase Global Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Coinbase Global, Inc. provides financial infrastructure and technology for the crypto economy. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Nasdaq, Inc. is an American multinational financial services corporation that owns and operates stock exchanges in the United States and Europe. It is headquartered in New York City.
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