MarketAxess Holdings Inc. · Financials · Capital Markets
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Prev closePrevC$164.54
OpenOpen$164.57
Day highHigh$164.68
Day lowLow$164.53
VolumeVol444,537
Avg volAvgVol823,584
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Mkt cap
$5.79B
EV/Sales
6.51
P/E ratio
18.90
FY Revenue
$870.03M
EPS
8.71
Gross Margin
100.00%
Div yield
1.96%
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MKTX
MarketAxess Holdings Inc.
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Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−17% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.83×
RSI
81.02(Overbought)
Overbought (>70)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.00 (Strong)
MACD: -0.01 Signal: -0.01
Short-Term
-0.29 (Weak)
MACD: 1.03 Signal: 1.32
Long-Term
-0.72 (Weak)
MACD: 5.61 Signal: 6.33
Intraday trend score
57.43
LOW57.06HIGH59.91
Latest news
MKTX•12 articles•Positive: 2Neutral: 5Negative: 5
NeutralZacks Investment Research• Na
MKTX Expands Fixed Income Data Reach Through Arcesium Integration
MarketAxess Holdings Inc. (MKTX) has expanded its partnership with Arcesium by integrating its CP+ and TraX datasets into Arcesium's platforms, enabling institutional clients to access pricing, liquidity, and transaction data within their existing workflows. Building on the existing Repo Match service that handles over $700 billion in daily volume, this integration aims to strengthen MKTX's data and analytics business and create new monetization opportunities. However, MKTX shares have underperformed year-to-date, falling 9.3% against the industry's 0.9% growth.
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Sentiment note
While the Arcesium integration represents a strategic expansion of MKTX's data business with potential for increased monetization and deeper institutional penetration, the company carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) and shares have underperformed year-to-date (-9.3%), suggesting limited near-term upside despite positive business developments.
NeutralZacks Investment Research• Na
BGC or MKTX: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
BGC Group and MarketAxess are compared as potential value stock investments in the Financial - Investment Bank sector. BGC Group emerges as the superior value option with a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy) versus MarketAxess's #3 (Hold), supported by a lower forward P/E ratio of 8.56 compared to 20.36, and a better Value grade of B versus D.
MarketAxess has a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) with less impressive earnings estimate revisions, a higher forward P/E ratio of 20.36, a higher PEG ratio of 2.09, and a lower Value grade of D, positioning it as less attractive compared to BGC Group for value-focused investors.
NegativeGlobeNewswire Inc.• Brodsky & Smith
BRODSKY & SMITH SHAREHOLDER UPDATE: Notifying Investors of the Following Investigations: Personalis, Inc. (Nasdaq – PSNL), Werewolf Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq – HOWL), Beazer Homes USA, Inc. (NYSE – BZH), MarketAxess Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq – MKTX)
Law firm Brodsky & Smith announced investigations into four major merger transactions, examining whether company boards breached fiduciary duties by failing to conduct fair processes and ensure fair value for shareholders. The investigations involve Personalis (acquired by Tempus AI for $16.25/share), Werewolf Therapeutics (acquired by Ambros Therapeutics), Beazer Homes (acquired by Dream Finders Homes for $33.50/share), and MarketAxess Holdings (acquired by Intercontinental Exchange for $167/share).
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Sentiment note
Under investigation for potential breach of fiduciary duties regarding fair process and fair value in acquisition by Intercontinental Exchange
NeutralZacks Investment Research• Zacks.Com
Here's Why Investors Should Stay Neutral on MarketAxess Stock for Now
MarketAxess (MKTX) is diversifying beyond U.S. credit with international expansion and new trading protocols, with non-U.S. credit revenues rising 9%. However, U.S. credit revenues declined 9%, and the stock carries an elevated forward P/E of 19.08X above industry average. The company maintains strong financials and consistent earnings beats, but faces risks from trading volume sensitivity and investment costs, warranting a neutral stance.
MKTX shows positive growth drivers including successful diversification (9% revenue growth outside U.S. credit), strong financial position ($245.8M cash, 22.5% ROE), and consistent earnings beats. However, this is offset by risks including 9% decline in core U.S. credit revenues, elevated forward P/E of 19.08X vs. 13.81X industry average, and sensitivity to trading volumes. The Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) rating reflects balanced upside and downside risks.
NegativeGlobeNewswire Inc.• Wohl & Fruchter Llp
MKTX Alert: Monsey Firm of Wohl & Fruchter Investigating Fairness of the Proposed Sale of MarketAxess to Intercontinental Exchange
Law firm Wohl & Fruchter is investigating whether the proposed sale of MarketAxess to Intercontinental Exchange at $167.00 per share is fair to shareholders, given the stock's 52-week high of $200.90 and a recent UBS price target of $200.00. Shareholders have expressed concerns that the deal undervalues the company.
The proposed acquisition price of $167.00 per share is significantly below the 52-week high of $200.90 and below analyst price targets, with shareholders expressing concerns about undervaluation and potential mismanagement of the sale process.
NegativeGlobeNewswire Inc.• Halper Sadeh Llc
Halper Sadeh LLC is Investigating Whether FBRX, LXFR, SMTI, MKTX are Obtaining Fair Deals for their Shareholders
Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating four companies for potential violations of federal securities laws and breaches of fiduciary duties related to their proposed acquisitions. The firm is examining whether insiders are receiving substantial benefits unavailable to ordinary shareholders and whether transaction terms limit competing offers. The investigations cover Forte Biosciences' sale to argenx, Luxfer Holdings' sale to Wynnchurch Capital affiliates, Sanara MedTech's sale to MiMedx Group, and MarketAxess Holdings' sale to Intercontinental Exchange.
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Sentiment note
Under investigation for potential violations regarding its sale to Intercontinental Exchange at $167.00 per share, with concerns about whether the transaction terms limit competing offers and ensure fair value.
NegativeGlobeNewswire Inc.• Halper Sadeh Llc
Halper Sadeh LLC is Investigating Whether MKTX, SMTI, LNTH are Obtaining Fair Deals for their Shareholders
Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating three companies for potential securities law violations and breaches of fiduciary duties related to their proposed acquisitions. The firm is examining whether shareholders are receiving fair consideration and whether insider benefits may be limiting superior competing offers.
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Sentiment note
Company is under investigation for potential securities law violations and breach of fiduciary duties related to its $167.00 per share sale to Intercontinental Exchange, raising concerns about fair dealing for shareholders.
NegativeGlobeNewswire Inc.• Brodsky & Smith
BRODSKY & SMITH SHAREHOLDER UPDATE: Notifying Investors of the Following Investigations: MarketAxess Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq – MKTX), CBIZ, Inc. (NYSE – CBZ), Sanara MedTech Inc. (Nasdaq – SMTI), TriCo Bancshares (Nasdaq – TCBK)
Law firm Brodsky & Smith announced investigations into four major merger transactions, examining whether the boards of MarketAxess Holdings, CBIZ, Sanara MedTech, and TriCo Bancshares breached fiduciary duties by failing to conduct fair processes and potentially underpaying shareholders. The firm is seeking shareholders to discuss potential class action lawsuits.
Under investigation for potential breach of fiduciary duties regarding acquisition by Intercontinental Exchange at $167 per share; concerns raised about fair process and fair value to shareholders
NeutralThe Motley Fool• Jesterai
MarketAxess (MKTX) Q2 Revenue Up 11%
MarketAxess reported record Q2 2025 revenue of $219.5 million, growing 11% year-over-year, with Non-GAAP EPS of $2.00. The company saw significant trading volume increases across various bond market segments, while experiencing margin pressure from evolving trading protocols.
Strong revenue and volume growth (11% revenue, 41% trading volume increase) offset by margin pressures from lower fee-per-million and increasing expenses. Positive technological innovations and international expansion balanced by potential ongoing margin challenges.
NeutralInvesting.com• Chris Markoch
Capitalize on Volatility: 3 Finance Stocks Thriving in 2025
The article highlights three finance stocks positioned to benefit from market volatility in 2025, focusing on derivatives trading, investment banking, and electronic bond trading platforms.
Currently down 1.5% in 2025 but showing potential for breakout, with analyst price target suggesting 8.4% potential gain and anticipated earnings growth
PositiveThe Motley Fool• Royston Yang
Got $5,000? 3 Top Growth Stocks to Buy That Could Double Your Money
The article discusses three growth stocks - MarketAxess, Amplitude, and Cintas - that have shown consistent revenue, net income, and free cash flow growth, making them attractive investment options for those looking to grow their wealth for a comfortable retirement.
The article highlights MarketAxess' strong financial performance, growing revenue, net income, and free cash flow, as well as its expanding client base and plans for further growth, making it an attractive investment option.
PositiveInvesting.com• Marketbeat.Com
3 Stocks Morgan Stanley Likes as Investors Rush to Hedge
Morgan Stanley has upgraded three financial stocks - Cboe Global Markets, CME Group, and MarketAxess Holdings - as investors seek to hedge risk and rebalance portfolios amid market uncertainty.
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Sentiment note
Morgan Stanley believes corporate bond trading will increase as investors move toward higher-quality bonds, which can benefit MarketAxess's electronic bond trading platform.
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