Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS)vsVirtu Financial, Inc. (VIRT)
GS
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
$925.17
+0.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $255.00B
VIRT
Virtu Financial, Inc.
$54.21
-2.22%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.86B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Goldman Sachs Group Inc generates 2077% more annual revenue ($71.04B vs $3.26B). GS leads profitability with a 31.2% profit margin vs 16.9%. VIRT trades at a lower P/E of 9.1x. GS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 83/100 (A-).
GS
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
VIRT
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 38.2%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.3%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 29.1% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 1.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GS
The strongest argument for GS centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.2% and operating margin at 38.2%. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VIRT
The strongest argument for VIRT centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.9% and operating margin at 36.3%. Revenue growth of 29.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GS
The primary concerns for GS are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 6.71 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : VIRT
The primary concerns for VIRT are Debt/Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
VIRT is growing revenue faster at 29.1% — sustainability is the question.
GS generates stronger free cash flow (5.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
GS scores higher overall (83/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 31.2% margins and 23.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Strong 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.
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., is an American multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered in New York City. It offers services in investment management, securities, asset management, prime brokerage, and securities underwriting. It also provides investment banking to institutional investors.
Virtu Financial, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Virtu Financial, Inc., a financial services company, provides data, analytics and connectivity products and execution services to clients around the world. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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