Interactive Brokers Group Inc (IBKR)vsS&P Global Inc (SPGI)
IBKR
Interactive Brokers Group Inc
$84.42
+0.85%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $143.52B
SPGI
S&P Global Inc
$420.12
-2.00%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $126.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
S&P Global Inc generates 144% more annual revenue ($15.73B vs $6.45B). SPGI leads profitability with a 30.4% profit margin vs 16.1%. SPGI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.49. SPGI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
IBKR
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
SPGI
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
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
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
16.8% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 21.6% YoY
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 32.5% YoY
Generating 1.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
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 : SPGI
The strongest argument for SPGI centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.4% and operating margin at 44.3%. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : IBKR
The primary concerns for IBKR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SPGI
The primary concerns for SPGI are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IBKR profiles as a growth stock while SPGI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
IBKR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
IBKR is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
SPGI scores higher overall (71/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 30.4% margins and 10.4% 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.
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.
S&P Global Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
S&P Global Inc. is an American publicly traded corporation headquartered in Manhattan, New York City. Its primary areas of business are financial information and analytics.
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