Cohen & Company Inc (COHN)vsInteractive Brokers Group Inc (IBKR)
COHN
Cohen & Company Inc
$15.41
+4.19%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $27.17M
IBKR
Interactive Brokers Group Inc
$68.68
+3.87%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $115.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Interactive Brokers Group Inc generates 3248% more annual revenue ($6.21B vs $185.47M). IBKR leads profitability with a 15.9% profit margin vs 2.4%. COHN trades at a lower P/E of 5.5x. IBKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
COHN
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
IBKR
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+84.6%
Fair Value
$112.79
Current Price
$15.41
$97.38 discount
Margin of Safety
+26.5%
Fair Value
$103.90
Current Price
$68.68
$35.22 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 96.8% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 24.5%
Strong operational efficiency at 78.8%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
15.2% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 30.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
1.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.4% — below average capital efficiency
2.4% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COHN
The strongest argument for COHN centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : IBKR
The strongest argument for IBKR centers on Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.9% and operating margin at 78.8%. Revenue growth of 15.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COHN
The primary concerns for COHN are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 2.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : IBKR
The primary concerns for IBKR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COHN profiles as a value stock while IBKR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
COHN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
IBKR is growing revenue faster at 15.2% — sustainability is the question.
IBKR generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IBKR scores higher overall (66/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 15.9% margins and 15.2% revenue growth. COHN offers better value entry with a 84.6% 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.
Cohen & Company Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Cohen & Company Inc. is a publicly owned investment manager. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with additional offices in New York City; Boca Raton, Florida; Chicago, Illinois; Bethesda, Maryland; Boston, Massachusetts; Paris, France; and London, United Kingdom.
Interactive Brokers Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. is a global automated electronic broker. The company is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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