CME Group Inc (CME)vsNasdaq Inc (NDAQ)
CME
CME Group Inc
$307.32
-1.09%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $112.83B
NDAQ
Nasdaq Inc
$86.27
+0.97%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $49.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CME Group Inc generates 24% more annual revenue ($6.51B vs $5.25B). CME leads profitability with a 62.6% profit margin vs 34.1%. NDAQ appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.08. NDAQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
CME
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
NDAQ
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+40.6%
Fair Value
$522.76
Current Price
$307.32
$215.44 discount
Margin of Safety
+44.4%
Fair Value
$144.61
Current Price
$86.27
$58.34 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 47.6%
Earnings expanding 47.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
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 62.6% and operating margin at 63.8%.
Bull Case : NDAQ
The strongest argument for NDAQ centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.1% and operating margin at 47.6%. Revenue growth of 13.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CME
The primary concerns for CME are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : NDAQ
The primary concerns for NDAQ are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NDAQ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
NDAQ is growing revenue faster at 13.4% — sustainability is the question.
CME generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
NDAQ scores higher overall (69/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 34.1% margins and 13.4% revenue growth. CME offers better value entry with a 40.6% 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.
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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FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Nasdaq, Inc. is an American multinational financial services corporation that owns and operates stock exchanges in the United States and Europe. It is headquartered in New York City.
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