Interactive Brokers Group Inc (IBKR)vsVirtu Financial, Inc. (VIRT)
IBKR
Interactive Brokers Group Inc
$87.06
+2.15%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $150.49B
VIRT
Virtu Financial, Inc.
$52.18
+1.38%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $12.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Interactive Brokers Group Inc generates 111% more annual revenue ($6.45B vs $3.05B). VIRT leads profitability with a 18.1% profit margin vs 16.1%. VIRT trades at a lower P/E of 9.5x. VIRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
IBKR
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
VIRT
Strong Buy75
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.8%
Revenue surging 30.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 84.3% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 : VIRT
The strongest argument for VIRT centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.1% and operating margin at 46.8%. Revenue growth of 30.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : IBKR
The primary concerns for IBKR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : VIRT
The primary concerns for VIRT are Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.68 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IBKR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
VIRT is growing revenue faster at 30.3% — sustainability is the question.
IBKR generates stronger free cash flow (3.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
VIRT scores higher overall (75/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 18.1% margins and 30.3% 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.
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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