Interactive Brokers Group Inc (IBKR)vsThe9 Ltd ADR (NCTY)
IBKR
Interactive Brokers Group Inc
$88.80
-2.15%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $155.68B
NCTY
The9 Ltd ADR
$3.98
+4.74%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $71.63M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Interactive Brokers Group Inc generates 10663% more annual revenue ($6.83B vs $63.51M). NCTY leads profitability with a 69.5% profit margin vs 16.5%. IBKR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
IBKR
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
NCTY
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 76.5%
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 26.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 35.3% YoY
Generating 6.2B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 70 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -49.7% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IBKR
The strongest argument for IBKR centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.5% and operating margin at 76.5%. Revenue growth of 26.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NCTY
The strongest argument for NCTY centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 69.5% and operating margin at -1233.0%.
Bear Case : IBKR
The primary concerns for IBKR are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 7.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NCTY
The primary concerns for NCTY are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IBKR profiles as a growth stock while NCTY is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
NCTY carries more volatility with a beta of 2.09 — expect wider price swings.
IBKR is growing revenue faster at 26.3% — sustainability is the question.
IBKR generates stronger free cash flow (6.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
IBKR scores higher overall (72/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 16.5% margins and 26.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
The9 Ltd ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · China
The9 Limited, is an Internet company in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Shanghai, the People's Republic of China.
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