Tradeweb Markets Inc (TW)vsVirtu Financial, Inc. (VIRT)
TW
Tradeweb Markets Inc
$119.95
-2.74%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $26.94B
VIRT
Virtu Financial, Inc.
$43.74
+0.95%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $9.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Virtu Financial, Inc. generates 39% more annual revenue ($2.85B vs $2.05B). TW leads profitability with a 39.6% profit margin vs 16.5%. VIRT trades at a lower P/E of 8.4x. VIRT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
TW
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
VIRT
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.8%
Fair Value
$176.44
Current Price
$119.95
$56.49 discount
Margin of Safety
+84.2%
Fair Value
$240.08
Current Price
$43.74
$196.34 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.4%
Earnings expanding 128.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 53 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 51.0%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 22.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 49.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TW
The strongest argument for TW centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.6% and operating margin at 42.4%. Revenue growth of 12.5% 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 16.5% and operating margin at 51.0%. Revenue growth of 22.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : TW
The primary concerns for TW are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VIRT
The primary concerns for VIRT are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TW profiles as a mature stock while VIRT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.78 — expect wider price swings.
VIRT is growing revenue faster at 22.9% — sustainability is the question.
VIRT generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VIRT scores higher overall (74/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 16.5% margins and 22.9% revenue growth. TW offers better value entry with a 34.8% margin of safety. 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.
Tradeweb Markets Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Tradeweb Markets Inc. creates and operates electronic marketplaces in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and internationally.
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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