BP PLC ADR (BP)vsCME Group Inc (CME)
BP
BP PLC ADR
$44.79
+2.80%
ENERGY · Cap: $114.71B
CME
CME Group Inc
$293.93
-2.89%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $105.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BP PLC ADR generates 2784% more annual revenue ($187.64B vs $6.51B). CME leads profitability with a 62.6% profit margin vs 0.0%. BP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.18. CME earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
BP
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
CME
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-4001.1%
Fair Value
$0.94
Current Price
$44.79
$43.85 premium
Margin of Safety
+43.8%
Fair Value
$522.76
Current Price
$293.93
$228.83 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 4.1B in free cash flow
Keeps 63 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 63.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 35.0% YoY
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Trading at 13.0x book value
3.6% revenue growth
ROE of 1.7% — below average capital efficiency
0.0% margin — thin
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BP
The strongest argument for BP centers on PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.18 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CME
The strongest argument for CME centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 62.6% and operating margin at 63.8%.
Bear Case : BP
The primary concerns for BP are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity. A P/E of 2239.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CME
The primary concerns for CME are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BP profiles as a value stock while CME is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CME carries more volatility with a beta of 0.26 — expect wider price swings.
CME is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
BP generates stronger free cash flow (4.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CME scores higher overall (63/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 62.6% margins. Both earn "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.
BP PLC ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
BP plc participates in the energy business globally. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
CME Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
CME Group Inc. (Chicago Mercantile Exchange, Chicago Board of Trade, New York Mercantile Exchange, The Commodity Exchange) is an American global markets company. It is the world's largest financial derivatives exchange, and trades in asset classes that include agricultural products, currencies, energy, interest rates, metals, stock indexes and cryptocurrencies futures.
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