Cboe Global Markets Inc (CBOE)vsS&P Global Inc (SPGI)
CBOE
Cboe Global Markets Inc
$307.81
+3.50%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $28.61B
SPGI
S&P Global Inc
$414.98
-1.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $127.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
S&P Global Inc generates 228% more annual revenue ($15.73B vs $4.79B). SPGI leads profitability with a 30.4% profit margin vs 25.8%. SPGI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.79. CBOE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
CBOE
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
SPGI
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 32.5% YoY
Generating 1.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
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 : SPGI
The strongest argument for SPGI centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.4% and operating margin at 44.3%. Revenue growth of 10.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CBOE
The primary concerns for CBOE are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SPGI
The primary concerns for SPGI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SPGI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
SPGI is growing revenue faster at 10.4% — sustainability is the question.
SPGI generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
CBOE scores higher overall (70/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 25.8% margins. 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.
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
S&P Global Inc. is an American publicly traded corporation headquartered in Manhattan, New York City. Its primary areas of business are financial information and analytics.
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