Interactive Brokers Group Inc (IBKR)vsAT&T Inc. 5.35% GLB NTS 66 (TBB)
IBKR
Interactive Brokers Group Inc
$84.42
+0.85%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $143.52B
TBB
AT&T Inc. 5.35% GLB NTS 66
$21.69
+0.09%
· Cap: $132.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
IBKR leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs 0.0%. TBB trades at a lower P/E of 4.2x. IBKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
IBKR
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
TBB
Avoid25
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
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
16.8% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 21.6% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
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 : TBB
The strongest argument for TBB centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : IBKR
The primary concerns for IBKR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TBB
The primary concerns for TBB are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.57 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IBKR profiles as a growth stock while TBB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
IBKR is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor CAPITAL MARKETS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
IBKR scores higher overall (64/100 vs 25/100), 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.
AT&T Inc. 5.35% GLB NTS 66
· · USA
AT&T Inc. provides digital entertainment communications and services. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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