Cboe Global Markets Inc (CBOE)vsCoinbase Global Inc (COIN)
CBOE
Cboe Global Markets Inc
$281.91
-1.44%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $30.86B
COIN
Coinbase Global Inc
$152.40
-7.15%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $45.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Coinbase Global Inc generates 31% more annual revenue ($6.29B vs $4.79B). CBOE leads profitability with a 25.8% profit margin vs 12.7%. COIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. CBOE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
CBOE
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
COIN
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 39.7%
Earnings expanding 54.4% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 430.6% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 5.9% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 25.8% and operating margin at 39.7%.
Bull Case : COIN
The strongest argument for COIN centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book. PEG of 1.01 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CBOE
The primary concerns for CBOE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : COIN
The primary concerns for COIN are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 64.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CBOE profiles as a mature stock while COIN is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
COIN carries more volatility with a beta of 3.38 — expect wider price swings.
CBOE is growing revenue faster at 6.5% — sustainability is the question.
COIN generates stronger free cash flow (183M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CBOE scores higher overall (70/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 25.8% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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
Coinbase Global, Inc. provides financial infrastructure and technology for the crypto economy. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.
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