Jefferies Financial Group Inc (JEF)vsTradeweb Markets Inc (TW)
JEF
Jefferies Financial Group Inc
$39.64
-2.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $8.38B
TW
Tradeweb Markets Inc
$119.95
-2.74%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $26.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Jefferies Financial Group Inc generates 258% more annual revenue ($7.34B vs $2.05B). TW leads profitability with a 39.6% profit margin vs 9.7%. JEF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.15. TW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
JEF
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
TW
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-197.6%
Fair Value
$19.38
Current Price
$39.64
$20.26 premium
Margin of Safety
+34.8%
Fair Value
$176.44
Current Price
$119.95
$56.49 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.9B in free cash flow
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.4%
Earnings expanding 128.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.6% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 9.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JEF
The strongest argument for JEF centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.15 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TW
The strongest argument for TW centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.6% and operating margin at 42.4%. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : JEF
The primary concerns for JEF are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TW
The primary concerns for TW are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JEF profiles as a value stock while TW is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
JEF carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — expect wider price swings.
TW is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — sustainability is the question.
JEF generates stronger free cash flow (1.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TW scores higher overall (67/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 39.6% margins and 12.5% 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.
Jefferies Financial Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Jefferies Financial Group Inc. is engaged in investment banking and capital markets, asset management, and direct investment businesses in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Tradeweb Markets Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Tradeweb Markets Inc. creates and operates electronic marketplaces in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and internationally.
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