Interactive Brokers Group Inc (IBKR)vsLM Funding America Inc (LMFA)
IBKR
Interactive Brokers Group Inc
$87.06
+0.96%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $157.34B
LMFA
LM Funding America Inc
$0.22
-6.35%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.82M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Interactive Brokers Group Inc generates 90250% more annual revenue ($6.45B vs $7.13M). IBKR leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs 0.0%. IBKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
IBKR
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
LMFA
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 76.8%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
16.8% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 22.9% YoY
Generating 3.6B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -153.6% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IBKR
The strongest argument for IBKR centers on Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 76.8%. Revenue growth of 16.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LMFA
The strongest argument for LMFA centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : IBKR
The primary concerns for IBKR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : LMFA
The primary concerns for LMFA are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IBKR profiles as a growth stock while LMFA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LMFA carries more volatility with a beta of 2.34 — expect wider price swings.
IBKR is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
IBKR generates stronger free cash flow (3.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IBKR scores higher overall (64/100 vs 32/100), backed by strong 16.1% margins and 16.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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.
LM Funding America Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
LM Funding America, Inc., through its subsidiary, LM Funding, LLC, is a specialized finance company. The company is headquartered in Tampa, Florida.
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