Altria Group (MO)vsNasdaq Inc (NDAQ)
MO
Altria Group
$68.12
-1.33%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $115.29B
NDAQ
Nasdaq Inc
$88.91
-0.10%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $50.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Altria Group generates 276% more annual revenue ($20.38B vs $5.42B). MO leads profitability with a 39.5% profit margin vs 35.3%. MO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.86. NDAQ earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
MO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
NDAQ
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-37.3%
Fair Value
$48.02
Current Price
$68.12
$20.10 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NDAQ.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 62.3%
Earnings expanding 106.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 33.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MO
The strongest argument for MO centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.5% and operating margin at 62.3%.
Bull Case : NDAQ
The strongest argument for NDAQ centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.3% and operating margin at 48.4%. Revenue growth of 13.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MO
The primary concerns for MO are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : NDAQ
The primary concerns for NDAQ are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NDAQ carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
NDAQ is growing revenue faster at 13.7% — sustainability is the question.
MO generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor TOBACCO industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
NDAQ scores higher overall (69/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 35.3% margins and 13.7% 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.
Altria Group
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
Altria Group, Inc. (previously known as Philip Morris Companies, Inc.) is an American corporation and one of the world's largest producers and marketers of tobacco, cigarettes and related products. It operates worldwide and is headquartered in unincorporated Henrico County, Virginia, just outside the city of Richmond.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Nasdaq, Inc. is an American multinational financial services corporation that owns and operates stock exchanges in the United States and Europe. It is headquartered in New York City.
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