Cboe Global Markets Inc (CBOE)vsCME Group Inc (CME)
CBOE
Cboe Global Markets Inc
$277.04
-2.14%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $29.63B
CME
CME Group Inc
$293.93
-2.89%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $105.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CME Group Inc generates 38% more annual revenue ($6.51B vs $4.71B). CME leads profitability with a 62.6% profit margin vs 23.3%. CBOE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.58. CBOE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CBOE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
CME
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+44.9%
Fair Value
$487.19
Current Price
$277.04
$210.15 discount
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
Strong operational efficiency at 36.2%
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
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
Moderate valuation
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CBOE
The strongest argument for CBOE centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.3% and operating margin at 36.2%.
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 : CBOE
The primary concerns for CBOE are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : CME
The primary concerns for CME are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CBOE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.34 — expect wider price swings.
CBOE is growing revenue faster at 8.7% — sustainability is the question.
CME generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
CBOE scores higher overall (67/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 23.3% margins. CME offers better value entry with a 43.8% margin of safety. 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.
Cboe Global Markets Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Cboe Global Markets is an American company that owns the Chicago Board Options Exchange and the stock exchange operator BATS Global Markets.
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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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