Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS)vsVirtu Financial, Inc. (VIRT)
GS
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
$841.84
+0.73%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $250.66B
VIRT
Virtu Financial, Inc.
$43.74
+0.95%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $9.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Goldman Sachs Group Inc generates 1988% more annual revenue ($59.40B vs $2.85B). GS leads profitability with a 28.9% profit margin vs 16.5%. VIRT trades at a lower P/E of 8.4x. VIRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
GS
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
VIRT
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+52.4%
Fair Value
$1768.48
Current Price
$841.84
$926.64 discount
Margin of Safety
+84.2%
Fair Value
$240.08
Current Price
$43.74
$196.34 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 38.3%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.2% revenue growth
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 53 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 51.0%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 22.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 49.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GS
The strongest argument for GS centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.9% and operating margin at 38.3%. Revenue growth of 15.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VIRT
The strongest argument for VIRT centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.5% and operating margin at 51.0%. Revenue growth of 22.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GS
The primary concerns for GS are Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : VIRT
The primary concerns for VIRT are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
VIRT is growing revenue faster at 22.9% — sustainability is the question.
VIRT generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
VIRT scores higher overall (74/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 16.5% margins and 22.9% revenue growth. GS offers better value entry with a 52.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Goldman Sachs Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., is an American multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered in New York City. It offers services in investment management, securities, asset management, prime brokerage, and securities underwriting. It also provides investment banking to institutional investors.
Virtu Financial, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Virtu Financial, Inc., a financial services company, provides data, analytics and connectivity products and execution services to clients around the world. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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