Nasdaq Inc (NDAQ)vsRoyal Bank of Canada (RY)
NDAQ
Nasdaq Inc
$82.73
+2.33%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $44.43B
RY
Royal Bank of Canada
$204.79
-0.48%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $282.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Royal Bank of Canada generates 1113% more annual revenue ($65.72B vs $5.42B). NDAQ leads profitability with a 35.3% profit margin vs 33.7%. NDAQ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.89. NDAQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
NDAQ
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
RY
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.4%
Earnings expanding 33.8% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.3%
Generating 20.8B in free cash flow
16.1% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NDAQ
The strongest argument for NDAQ centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.3% and operating margin at 48.4%. Revenue growth of 13.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RY
The strongest argument for RY centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.7% and operating margin at 45.3%. Revenue growth of 16.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NDAQ
The primary concerns for NDAQ are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : RY
The primary concerns for RY are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.77 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NDAQ profiles as a mature stock while RY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NDAQ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
RY is growing revenue faster at 16.1% — sustainability is the question.
RY generates stronger free cash flow (20.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NDAQ scores higher overall (71/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 35.3% margins and 13.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Nasdaq Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Nasdaq, Inc. is an American multinational financial services corporation that owns and operates stock exchanges in the United States and Europe. It is headquartered in New York City.
Visit Website →Royal Bank of Canada
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Royal Bank of Canada is a globally diversified financial services company. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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