CME Group Inc (CME)vsFactSet Research Systems Inc (FDS)
CME
CME Group Inc
$275.54
+0.54%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $99.08B
FDS
FactSet Research Systems Inc
$259.71
-1.22%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $9.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CME Group Inc generates 177% more annual revenue ($6.76B vs $2.44B). CME leads profitability with a 63.4% profit margin vs 23.2%. FDS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. FDS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CME
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
FDS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 63 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 65.0%
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 30.5%
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
0.8% revenue growth
2.5% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CME
The strongest argument for CME centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 63.4% and operating margin at 65.0%.
Bull Case : FDS
The strongest argument for FDS centers on Operating Margin, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.2% and operating margin at 30.5%. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CME
The primary concerns for CME are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : FDS
The primary concerns for FDS are EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CME profiles as a value stock while FDS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
FDS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.71 — expect wider price swings.
FDS is growing revenue faster at 6.4% — sustainability is the question.
CME generates stronger free cash flow (924M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FDS scores higher overall (62/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 23.2% 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.
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.
Visit Website →FactSet Research Systems Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
FactSet Research Systems Inc. provides integrated financial information and analytical applications to investment and corporate communities in the Americas, EMEA, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut.
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