Intercontinental Exchange Inc (ICE)vsMoodys Corporation (MCO)
ICE
Intercontinental Exchange Inc
$174.43
-0.53%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $94.36B
MCO
Moodys Corporation
$515.67
-2.46%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $85.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intercontinental Exchange Inc generates 33% more annual revenue ($10.91B vs $8.18B). ICE leads profitability with a 38.1% profit margin vs 35.3%. MCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.79. ICE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
ICE
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
MCO
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 88 in profit
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.3%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.8% revenue growth
Trading at 27.2x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ICE
The strongest argument for ICE centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 38.1% and operating margin at 52.8%. Revenue growth of 14.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MCO
The strongest argument for MCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.3% and operating margin at 46.3%.
Bear Case : ICE
The primary concerns for ICE are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MCO
The primary concerns for MCO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ICE profiles as a mature stock while MCO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.35 — expect wider price swings.
ICE is growing revenue faster at 14.7% — sustainability is the question.
ICE generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ICE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 38.1% margins and 14.7% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Intercontinental Exchange Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
The Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) is an American Fortune 500 company formed in 2000 that operates global exchanges, clearing houses and provides mortgage technology, data and listing services. The company owns exchanges for financial and commodity markets, and operates regulated exchanges and marketplaces.
Visit Website →Moodys Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Moody's Corporation, often referred to as Moody's, is an American business and financial services company. It is the holding company for Moody's Investors Service (MIS), an American credit rating agency, and Moody's Analytics (MA), an American provider of financial analysis software and services.
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