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BGC Group Inc. (BGC)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL
2-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$11.79
10/26/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BGC

10/26/2026: BGC (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

BGC Group is a diversified financial services and fintech firm that provides brokerage, market data, and real estate advisory services. Its main strength lies in its blend of established institutional relationships and the scaling of its proprietary Fenics electronic trading platform. The company's growth story centers on successfully migrating volume from traditional voice brokerage to more efficient electronic channels. However, risks include sensitivity to market volatility, intense competition from digital exchanges, and the cyclical nature of its real estate segment. BGC may suit investors looking for exposure to financial market infrastructure, though they should monitor the company's success in scaling its technology and managing its debt load.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company is growing its electronic platform, but overall growth remains tied to volatile market volumes.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveMomentum investors may favor the stock during periods of increased market volatility and high trading volumes.
Value investorMixed fitThe valuation may look attractive depending on the success of the Fenics platform's long-term scaling.
Dividend investorStrong fitBGC provides a dividend yield that may be attractive to income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe inherent volatility of financial markets and trading volumes makes this a higher-risk equity.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highThe stock price is sensitive to changes in interest rates and market sentiment.
Valuation riskMediumThe valuation relies heavily on the successful execution of its technology-led growth strategy.
Competition risk (Fintech / Electronic platforms)HighCompetition from established electronic exchanges and specialized fintech players is intense.
Business qualityMediumWhile the firm has a strong network, it faces pressure from the shift toward automated trading.
Dividend incomeMediumDividend payouts can fluctuate based on capital needs and business performance.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccessfully scaling the Fenics platform is crucial for long-term margin improvement.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 8.94%
Avg. Invested days 43
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
BGC receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
BGC has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+22.0%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 8.9%) are partially offset by soft profitability (net margin 5.2%), very low insider ownership of 0.78%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
BGC's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (8.9% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is BGC's strongest growth driver at +36.3% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Earnings growth (+22.0%, solid) and free-cash-flow growth (+10.1%, solid) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 89.4% and approximately 95.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.78%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 12.33%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 5.52%
Rubric Capital Management LP 5.11%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.57%
State Street Corp 3.29%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
BGC generates approximately $895 of gross profit, $105 of operating income, and $89 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins and solid cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is moderate.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 31.44%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
BGC has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedSmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 5.50B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 29.48
1Y Target Price 16
Price to earnings Ratio 29.48
1Y Target Price 16
Volume (30-day avg) 3.6M shares
Beta 0.99
52 Weeks Range 8.20 - 12.87
Updated Date 10/25/2026
52 Weeks Range 8.20 - 12.87
Updated Date 10/25/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.67%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.4

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Financial BrokerageCommissions and fees from voice and hybrid trading of fixed income and derivatives.This is the company's core engine that benefits when trading volumes are high.
Fenics TechnologySubscription and transaction fees from electronic trading and market data platforms.This is the high-growth, higher-margin part of the business that investors watch closely.
Real Estate ServicesBrokerage and consulting fees from commercial real estate transactions.Provides diversification but is sensitive to commercial property market cycles.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 29.48
Forward PE 5.94
Enterprise Value 6.71B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.74
Enterprise Value 6.71B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.74
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.08
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.1
Shares Outstanding 356.72M
Shares Floating 339.72M
Shares Outstanding 356.72M
Shares Floating 339.72M
Percent Insiders 0.78
Percent Institutions 89.36

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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