CME Group Inc (CME)vsMolson Coors Brewing Co Class B (TAP)
CME
CME Group Inc
$293.93
-2.89%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $105.67B
TAP
Molson Coors Brewing Co Class B
$41.27
+0.27%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $8.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Molson Coors Brewing Co Class B generates 71% more annual revenue ($11.14B vs $6.51B). CME leads profitability with a 62.6% profit margin vs -19.2%. TAP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.11. CME earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CME
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
TAP
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.8%
Fair Value
$522.76
Current Price
$293.93
$228.83 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TAP.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -18.2% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 2.7%
Earnings declined 12.5%
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 : TAP
The strongest argument for TAP centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : CME
The primary concerns for CME are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TAP
The primary concerns for TAP are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CME profiles as a mature stock while TAP is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
TAP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.45 — expect wider price swings.
CME is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
CME generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CME scores higher overall (63/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 62.6% margins. Both earn "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.
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 →Molson Coors Brewing Co Class B
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
The Molson Coors Beverage Company, commonly known as Molson Coors, is a multinational drink and brewing company headquartered in Chicago in the United States.
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