Interactive Brokers Group Inc (IBKR)vsLion Group Holding Ltd (LGHL)
IBKR
Interactive Brokers Group Inc
$91.33
-2.06%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $152.35B
LGHL
Lion Group Holding Ltd
$0.33
-10.53%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.92M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Interactive Brokers Group Inc generates 88677% more annual revenue ($6.45B vs $7.26M). IBKR leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs -68.3%. IBKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
IBKR
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
LGHL
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 76.8%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
16.8% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 22.9% YoY
Generating 3.6B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 58.5%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -442.6% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 42.9%
Earnings declined 34.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : LGHL
The strongest argument for LGHL centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : IBKR
The primary concerns for IBKR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : LGHL
The primary concerns for LGHL are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IBKR profiles as a growth stock while LGHL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LGHL carries more volatility with a beta of 2.73 — expect wider price swings.
IBKR is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
IBKR generates stronger free cash flow (3.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IBKR scores higher overall (64/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 16.1% margins and 16.8% revenue growth. 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.
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.
Lion Group Holding Ltd
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Lion Group Holding Ltd., operates a trading platform in Hong Kong. The company is headquartered in Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong.
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