Interactive Brokers Group Inc (IBKR)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
IBKR
Interactive Brokers Group Inc
$88.63
+1.00%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $158.60B
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$88.34
+0.57%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $264.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 1109% more annual revenue ($83.03B vs $6.87B). WFC leads profitability with a 27.2% profit margin vs 16.4%. WFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.66. WFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
IBKR
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
WFC
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 76.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 23.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 36.9% YoY
Generating 3.6B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 37.1%
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 25.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 16.4% and operating margin at 76.8%. Revenue growth of 23.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WFC
The strongest argument for WFC centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.2% and operating margin at 37.1%.
Bear Case : IBKR
The primary concerns for IBKR are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 7.69 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WFC
The primary concerns for WFC are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.55 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IBKR profiles as a growth stock while WFC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
IBKR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
IBKR is growing revenue faster at 23.7% — sustainability is the question.
WFC generates stronger free cash flow (9.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WFC scores higher overall (76/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 27.2% margins. 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.
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.
Wells Fargo & Company
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Wells Fargo & Company is an American multinational financial services company with corporate headquarters in San Francisco, California, operational headquarters in Manhattan, and managerial offices throughout the United States and overseas.
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