Coinbase Global Inc (COIN)vsInteractive Brokers Group Inc (IBKR)
COIN
Coinbase Global Inc
$201.16
+4.25%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $50.96B
IBKR
Interactive Brokers Group Inc
$84.42
+0.85%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $143.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Coinbase Global Inc generates 7% more annual revenue ($6.88B vs $6.45B). COIN leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs 16.1%. COIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. IBKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
COIN
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
IBKR
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 430.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 3.1B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 76.8%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
16.8% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 21.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 22.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COIN
The strongest argument for COIN centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 11.3%. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : IBKR
The strongest argument for IBKR centers on Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 76.8%. Revenue growth of 16.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : COIN
The primary concerns for COIN are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 70.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : IBKR
The primary concerns for IBKR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
COIN profiles as a declining stock while IBKR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
COIN carries more volatility with a beta of 3.38 — expect wider price swings.
IBKR is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
IBKR scores higher overall (64/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 16.1% margins and 16.8% revenue growth. 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.
Coinbase Global Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Coinbase Global, Inc. provides financial infrastructure and technology for the crypto economy. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.
Visit Website →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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