Interactive Brokers Group Inc (IBKR)vsMarketAxess Holdings Inc (MKTX)
IBKR
Interactive Brokers Group Inc
$87.06
+2.15%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $150.49B
MKTX
MarketAxess Holdings Inc
$116.93
-3.06%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Interactive Brokers Group Inc generates 640% more annual revenue ($6.45B vs $871.07M). MKTX leads profitability with a 35.5% profit margin vs 16.1%. MKTX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. MKTX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
IBKR
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
MKTX
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
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
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.9%
Earnings expanding 450.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : MKTX
The strongest argument for MKTX centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.5% and operating margin at 43.9%. Revenue growth of 11.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : IBKR
The primary concerns for IBKR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : MKTX
The primary concerns for MKTX are Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IBKR profiles as a growth stock while MKTX is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
IBKR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — 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
MKTX scores higher overall (76/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 35.5% margins and 11.9% revenue growth. 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.
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.
MarketAxess Holdings Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
MarketAxess Holdings Inc. (MarketAxess) is an international financial technology company that operates an electronic trading platform for the institutional credit markets, and also provides market data and post-trade services.
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