Circle Internet Group, Inc. (CRCL)vsInteractive Brokers Group Inc (IBKR)
CRCL
Circle Internet Group, Inc.
$79.96
-2.10%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $20.71B
IBKR
Interactive Brokers Group Inc
$81.77
-2.12%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $140.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Interactive Brokers Group Inc generates 143% more annual revenue ($7.06B vs $2.91B). IBKR leads profitability with a 16.7% profit margin vs 15.5%. IBKR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.48. IBKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
CRCL
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
IBKR
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 77.7%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 6.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Operating margin of 4.9%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CRCL
The strongest argument for CRCL centers on Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.5% and operating margin at 4.9%.
Bull Case : IBKR
The strongest argument for IBKR centers on Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.7% and operating margin at 77.7%. Revenue growth of 13.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CRCL
The primary concerns for CRCL are Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 55.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : IBKR
The primary concerns for IBKR are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IBKR is growing revenue faster at 13.5% — sustainability is the question.
IBKR generates stronger free cash flow (6.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
IBKR scores higher overall (66/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 16.7% margins and 13.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Circle Internet Group, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Circle Internet Group, Inc. is a platform, network, and market infrastructure for stablecoin and blockchain applications. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Visit Website →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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