Intercontinental Exchange Inc (ICE)vsMSCI Inc (MSCI)
ICE
Intercontinental Exchange Inc
$155.36
-0.07%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $88.36B
MSCI
MSCI Inc
$552.87
+0.62%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $41.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intercontinental Exchange Inc generates 217% more annual revenue ($10.56B vs $3.33B). MSCI leads profitability with a 40.7% profit margin vs 38.3%. ICE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.15. ICE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
ICE
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
MSCI
Buy56
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 52.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Keeps 41 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 56.3%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.8% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
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 38.3% and operating margin at 52.6%.
Bull Case : MSCI
The strongest argument for MSCI centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 40.7% and operating margin at 56.3%. Revenue growth of 12.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ICE
The primary concerns for ICE are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : MSCI
The primary concerns for MSCI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ICE profiles as a value stock while MSCI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
MSCI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
MSCI is growing revenue faster at 12.2% — sustainability is the question.
ICE generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ICE scores higher overall (61/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 38.3% margins. 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.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
MSCI Inc. (formerly Morgan Stanley Capital International and MSCI Barra), is an American finance company headquartered in New York City and serving as a global provider of equity, fixed income, hedge fund stock market indexes, multi-asset portfolio analysis tools and ESG products. It publishes the MSCI BRIC, MSCI World and MSCI EAFE Indexes.
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