Interactive Brokers Group Inc (IBKR)vsMarathon Digital Holdings Inc (MARA)
IBKR
Interactive Brokers Group Inc
$87.06
+2.15%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $150.49B
MARA
Marathon Digital Holdings Inc
$12.32
-11.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Interactive Brokers Group Inc generates 643% more annual revenue ($6.45B vs $867.82M). IBKR leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs -234.8%. MARA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.10. IBKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
IBKR
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
MARA
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 86.7% YoY
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
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -91.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 18.4%
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 : MARA
The strongest argument for MARA centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Price/Book. PEG of 0.10 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : IBKR
The primary concerns for IBKR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MARA
The primary concerns for MARA are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IBKR profiles as a growth stock while MARA is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
MARA carries more volatility with a beta of 5.38 — 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 44/100), backed by strong 16.1% margins and 16.8% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
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.
Marathon Digital Holdings Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Marathon Digital Holdings, Inc. is a cryptocurrency mining digital asset technology company with a focus on the blockchain ecosystem and digital asset generation in the United States. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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