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Virtu Financial Inc is a financial firm that leverages cutting edge technology to deliver liquidity to the global markets and innovative, transparent trading solutions to its clients. The company's operating segment includes Market Making; and Execution Services. The non-operating segment of the company includes the Corporate segment. The company generates maximum revenue from the market-making segment. The Market Making segment principally consists of market-making in the cash, futures, and options markets across equities, options, fixed income, currencies, and commodities. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from the United States and also has a presence in Ireland and Other Countries.

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Throughout the last three months, 6 analysts have evaluated Virtu Finl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIRT#NASDAQ">VIRT</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $40.0, a high estimate of $48.00, and a low estimate of $28.00. This current average represents a 0.42% decrease from the previous average price target of $40.17. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747339257_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Virtu Finl. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Craig Siegenthaler</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alex Kramm</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Cyprys</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kenneth Worthington</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$39.00</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kaimon Chung</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>In-Line</td>
<td>$42.00</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Craig Siegenthaler</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Virtu Finl. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Virtu Finl compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Virtu Finl's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
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Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Virtu Finl's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Delving into Virtu Finl's Background</h2>
Virtu Financial Inc is a financial firm that leverages cutting edge technology to deliver liquidity to the global markets and innovative, transparent trading solutions to its clients. The company's operating segment includes Market Making; and Execution Services. The non-operating segment of the company includes the Corporate segment. The company generates maximum revenue from the market-making segment. The Market Making segment principally consists of market-making in the cash, futures, and options markets across equities, options, fixed income, currencies, and commodities. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from the United States and also has a presence in Ireland and Other Countries.
<h3>Virtu Finl: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Virtu Finl displayed positive results in 3M. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 30.34%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Virtu Finl's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 11.14%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Virtu Finl's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 7.28% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Virtu Finl's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.57%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 5.99, Virtu Finl faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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Deep Dive Into Virtu Finl Stock: Analyst Perspectives (6 Ratings)

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Virtu Financial shares are trading lower after B of A Securities downgraded the stock from Buy to Neutral.

B of A Securities analyst Craig Siegenthaler downgrades Virtu Finl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIRT#NASDAQ">VIRT</a>) from Buy to Neutral and maintains the price target from $43 to $43.

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B of A Securities Downgrades Virtu Finl to Neutral, Maintains Price Target to $43

The 151st<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/kentucky-derby"> Kentucky Derby </a>kicks takes place Saturday and will see multiple horses compete in one of the top horse races of the year and as the first step to winning a Triple Crown.
Here's a look at how to watch the race, the betting odds and some of the famous horse owners.
How to Watch 2025 Kentucky Derby: The 2025 Kentucky Derby takes place on Saturday, May 3, from Churchill Downs, which is a unit of Churchill Downs Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHDN#NASDAQ">CHDN</a>).
The track will host a full lineup of races during the day, with the Kentucky Derby expected to begin at 6:57 p.m. ET.
Live coverage of the Kentucky Derby and some of the other races of the day begins at 2:30 p.m. ET on NBC and streams on Peacock, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/05/38653545/kentucky-derby-hits-best-viewership-since-1989-record-betting-handle-why-investors-should-be-watchin" target="_blank" rel="noopener">which is a unit</a> of Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMCSA#NASDAQ">CMCSA</a>).
Betting Odds: Hundreds of millions of dollars will be bet on the Kentucky Derby with sportsbooks like DraftKings Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DKNG#NASDAQ">DKNG</a>) and Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLUT#NYSE">FLUT</a>) owned FanDuel offering horse race betting.
Churchill Downs will likely be the big winner as the host of the race. The company set betting records for betting handle for last year's full Saturday card and the Kentucky Derby race.
Here are the current betting odds for the 2025 Kentucky Derby, which will likely continuously change up until post time of the race.
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<li>1. Citizen Bull, 20-1</li>
<li>2. Neoequos, 30-1</li>
<li>3. Final Gambit, 30-1</li>
<li>5. American Promise, 30-1</li>
<li>6. Admire Daytona, 30-1</li>
<li>7. Luxor Café, 15-1</li>
<li>8. Journalism, 3-1</li>
<li>9. Burnham Square, 12-1</li>
<li>11. Flying Mohawk, 30-1</li>
<li>12. East Avenue, 20-1</li>
<li>13. Publisher, 20-1</li>
<li>14. Tiztastic, 20-1</li>
<li>15. Render Judgment, 30-1</li>
<li>16. Coal Battle, 30-1</li>
<li>17. Sandman, 6-1</li>
<li>18. Sovereignty, 5-1</li>
<li>19. Chunk of Gold, 30-1</li>
<li>20. Owen Almighty, 30-1</li>
<li>21. Baeza, 12-1</li>
</ul>
The odds come with two horses scratched ahead of the race.
Along with sportsbooks offering bets on the Kentucky Derby, prediction marketplace Polymarket also has a market for the race. Journalism is the favorite on <a href="https://polymarket.com/event/2025-kentucky-derby-winner">Polymarket </a>at 27%, followed by Sovereignty at 15% and Sandman at 13%.
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 Famous Owners: Several of the horses taking part in the 2025 Kentucky Derby have famous owners that include celebrities, athletes, social media influencers and public company CEOs among their ownership groups.
Kentucky Derby favorite Journalism counts media magnate John Malone as a co-owner. Malone is the Chairman of Liberty Media (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LLYVA#NASDAQ">LLYVA</a>), Liberty Global (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LBTYA#NASDAQ">LBTYA</a>) and other media ventures.
Famous billionaire investor George Soros is the owner of SF Racing Syndicate, who was scheduled to have two horses in this year's Kentucky Derby. Rodriguez has been scratched, leaving Soros with Citizen Bull as his lone horse in the race. Just like hoping for a bull stock market, Soros will be hoping for a bull to win the Derby.  
Render Judgment is co-owned by Dream Walkin' Farms, a horse racing venture started by late country singer Toby Keith. The racing venture is now run by Keith's sister Tonni Covel, as <a href="https://www.kentucky.com/sports/horses/kentucky-derby/article305227166.html">reported </a>by the Lexington Herald Leader. Keith dreamed of having a horse in the Kentucky Derby and while he isn't alive to see that feat come true, he was close to living out that legacy.
Sandman is co-owned by St. Elias Stables. Vincent Viola, who is the founder and Executive Chairman of Virtu Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIRT#NASDAQ">VIRT</a>), is the owner of St. Elias Stables. Viola also owns the Florida Panthers NHL team.
Social media influencer Griffin Johnson is also included in the ownership group for Sandman.
Dutch Bros Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BROS#NYSE">BROS</a>) co-founder and Executive Chairman Travis Boersma owns the Flying Dutchmen racing operation, which owns Owen Almighty. Fans of the coffee chain may be rooting for Owen Almighty to win the race.
Flying Mohawk is owned by Two Eight Racing, a venture from former MLB player Jayson Werth. The former MLB player also had a horse in last year's Kentucky Derby. Werth played for the Toronto Blue Jays, Los Angeles Dodgers, Philadelphia Phillies and Washington Nationals during his MLB career.
Grande, who was one of the horses scratched, is owned by Mike Repole. The beverage titan is best known for founding Vitaminwater maker Glaceau and BodyArmor, two companies that are owned or co-owned by The Coca-Cola Company.
Those watching and betting on the Kentucky Derby can choose based on a horse&#8217;s name, their racing history, betting odds or perhaps based on rooting interest in one of the famous co-owners.
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Douglas Cifu, Chief Executive Officer at Virtu Finl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIRT#NASDAQ">VIRT</a>), reported an insider sell on April 28, according to a new SEC filing. 
What Happened: After conducting a thorough analysis, Cifu sold 355,881 shares of Virtu Finl. This information was disclosed in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001592386/000159238625000074//Archives/edgar/data/1592386/000159238625000074/0001592386-25-000074-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Monday. The total transaction value is $13,781,625.
In the Tuesday's morning session, Virtu Finl's shares are currently trading at $38.3, experiencing a down of 2.31%.
<h3>Unveiling the Story Behind Virtu Finl</h3>
Virtu Financial Inc is a financial firm that leverages cutting edge technology to deliver liquidity to the global markets and innovative, transparent trading solutions to its clients. The company's operating segment includes Market Making; and Execution Services. The non-operating segment of the company includes the Corporate segment. The company generates maximum revenue from the market-making segment. The Market Making segment principally consists of market-making in the cash, futures, and options markets across equities, options, fixed income, currencies, and commodities. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from the United States and also has a presence in Ireland and Other Countries.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Virtu Finl's Journey</h3>
Revenue Growth: Virtu Finl displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 0.43%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Exploring Profitability:
<ul>
<li>
Gross Margin: The company excels with a remarkable gross margin of 59.27%, indicating superior cost efficiency and profitability compared to its industry peers.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): Virtu Finl's EPS lags behind the industry average, indicating concerns and potential challenges with a current EPS of 1.09.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: Virtu Finl's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 4.07. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
In-Depth Valuation Examination:
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Virtu Finl's P/E ratio of 11.33 is below the industry average, suggesting the stock may be undervalued.
</li>
<li>
Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The Price to Sales ratio is 1.11, which is lower than the industry average. This suggests a possible undervaluation based on sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): Indicated by a lower-than-industry-average EV/EBITDA ratio of 0.2, the company suggests a potential undervaluation, which might be advantageous for value-focused investors.
</li>
</ul>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
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<h3>Navigating the Impact of Insider Transactions on Investments</h3>
Emphasizing the importance of a comprehensive approach, considering insider transactions is valuable, but it's crucial to evaluate them in conjunction with other investment factors.
In the context of legal matters, the term "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, as outlined by Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and significant hedge funds. Such insiders are obligated to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be completed within two business days of the transaction.
Pointing towards optimism, a company insider's new purchase signals their positive anticipation for the stock to rise.
Despite insider sells not always signaling a bearish sentiment, they can be driven by various factors.
<h3>Breaking Down the Significance of Transaction Codes</h3>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">Investors</a> prefer focusing on transactions that take place in the open market, indicated in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S indicates a sale. Transaction code C indicates the conversion of an option, and transaction code A indicates grant, award or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Insider Unloading: Douglas Cifu Sells $13.78M Worth Of Virtu Finl Shares

In the last three months, 6 analysts have published ratings on Virtu Finl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIRT#NASDAQ">VIRT</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $38.33, with a high estimate of $48.00 and a low estimate of $28.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $38.17, the current average has increased by 0.42%.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745532025_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The standing of Virtu Finl among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
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&#x7C;Alex Kramm &#x7C;UBS &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $40.00&#x7C;$38.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Cyprys &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Underweight &#x7C; $28.00&#x7C;$26.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Kenneth Worthington &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $39.00&#x7C;$37.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Kaimon Chung &#x7C;Evercore ISI Group &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;In-Line &#x7C; $42.00&#x7C;$41.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Craig Siegenthaler &#x7C;B of A Securities &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $48.00&#x7C;$56.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Michael Cyprys &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $33.00&#x7C;$31.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Virtu Finl. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Virtu Finl compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Virtu Finl's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
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Capture valuable insights into Virtu Finl's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>About Virtu Finl</h2>
Virtu Financial Inc is a financial firm that leverages cutting edge technology to deliver liquidity to the global markets and innovative, transparent trading solutions to its clients. The company's operating segment includes Market Making; and Execution Services. The non-operating segment of the company includes the Corporate segment. The company generates maximum revenue from the market-making segment. The Market Making segment principally consists of market-making in the cash, futures, and options markets across equities, options, fixed income, currencies, and commodities. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from the United States and also has a presence in Ireland and Other Countries.
<h3>Key Indicators: Virtu Finl's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Virtu Finl displayed positive results in 3M. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 55.66%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Virtu Finl's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 10.6%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Virtu Finl's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 7.11%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Virtu Finl's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.59%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 4.55, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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The Analyst Verdict: Virtu Finl In The Eyes Of 6 Experts

UBS analyst Alex Kramm maintains Virtu Finl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIRT#NASDAQ">VIRT</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $38 to $40.

UBS Maintains Neutral on Virtu Finl, Raises Price Target to $40

Morgan Stanley analyst Michael Cyprys maintains Virtu Finl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIRT#NASDAQ">VIRT</a>) with a Underweight and raises the price target from $26 to $28.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Underweight on Virtu Finl, Raises Price Target to $28

JP Morgan analyst Kenneth Worthington maintains Virtu Finl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIRT#NASDAQ">VIRT</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $37 to $39.

JP Morgan Maintains Neutral on Virtu Finl, Raises Price Target to $39

Evercore ISI Group analyst Kaimon Chung maintains Virtu Finl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIRT#NASDAQ">VIRT</a>) with a In-Line and raises the price target from $41 to $42.

Evercore ISI Group Maintains In-Line on Virtu Finl, Raises Price Target to $42

Virtu Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIRT#NASDAQ">VIRT</a>) shares were trading higher on Wednesday in the pre-market session after the company <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/g44945201/virtu-announces-first-quarter-2025-results" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported first-quarter results.</a>
The company reported first-quarter adjusted earnings per share of $1.30, beating the street view of $1.17. Quarterly sales of $497.14 million outpaced the analyst consensus estimate of $462.84 million.
Net income totaled $189.6 million for this quarter, compared to net income of $111.3 million in the prior year quarter.
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Adjusted Net Trading Income increased 35.5% to $497.1 million for this quarter, compared to $366.9 million in the year-ago period.
Adjusted EBITDA increased 57.7% to $319.9 million for this quarter, compared to $202.8 million year over year. Adjusted EBITDA Margin expanded to 64.4% from 55.3% in the year-ago period.
Adjusted EBITDA&nbsp;of $319.9 million; Adjusted EBITDA Margin1&nbsp;of 64.4%
The company exited the quarter with cash and equivalents worth $723.65 million, and total long-term debt outstanding in an aggregate principal amount of $1.768 billion.
In the quarter under review, the company had Share buybacks of $48.1 million, or 1.3 million shares, under the Share Repurchase Program.
Dividend: Virtu Financial declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.24 per share. This dividend is payable on June&nbsp;16 to shareholders of record as of May&nbsp;30.
Price Action: VIRT shares are trading higher by 2.36% to $39.50&nbsp;premarket at last check Wednesday.
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Virtu Beats Q1 Estimates As Trading Income Jumps 35.5%, Margins Expand

Virtu Finl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIRT#NASDAQ">VIRT</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.30 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.17 by 11.11 percent. This is a 71.05 percent increase over earnings of $0.76 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $497.14 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $462.84 million by 7.41 percent. This is a 35.51 percent increase over sales of $366.87 million the same period last year.

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Virtu Finl Q1 Adj. EPS $1.30 Beats $1.17 Estimate, Sales $497.14M Beat $462.84M Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For April 23, 2025

A large exercise of company stock options by TJMT Holdings LLC, Director at Virtu Finl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIRT#NASDAQ">VIRT</a>) was disclosed in a new SEC filing on April 14, as part of an insider exercise.
What Happened: LLC, Director at Virtu Finl, exercised stock options for 693,750 shares of VIRT stock. This information was disclosed in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001592386/000095014225001056//Archives/edgar/data/1592386/000095014225001056/0000950142-25-001056-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Monday. The exercise price of the options was $19.0 per share.
Virtu Finl shares are trading up 0.16% at $38.29 at the time of this writing on Tuesday morning. Since the current price is $38.29, this makes LLC's 693,750 shares worth $13,382,437.
<h3>Discovering Virtu Finl: A Closer Look</h3>
Virtu Financial Inc is a financial firm that leverages cutting edge technology to deliver liquidity to the global markets and innovative, transparent trading solutions to its clients. The company's operating segment includes Market Making; and Execution Services. The non-operating segment of the company includes the Corporate segment. The company generates maximum revenue from the market-making segment. The Market Making segment principally consists of market-making in the cash, futures, and options markets across equities, options, fixed income, currencies, and commodities. Geographically, it derives a majority of its revenue from the United States and also has a presence in Ireland and Other Countries.
<h3>Breaking Down Virtu Finl's Financial Performance</h3>
Revenue Growth: Virtu Finl's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 55.66%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Navigating Financial Profits:
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Gross Margin: With a high gross margin of 60.72%, the company demonstrates effective cost control and strong profitability relative to its peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Virtu Finl's EPS is below the industry average. The company faced challenges with a current EPS of 1.03. This suggests a potential decline in earnings.
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Debt Management: Virtu Finl's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 4.55. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
Insights into Valuation Metrics:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: The P/E ratio of 12.87 is lower than the industry average, implying a discounted valuation for Virtu Finl's stock.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The Price to Sales ratio is 1.17, which is lower than the industry average. This suggests a possible undervaluation based on sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): At 5.87, Virtu Finl's EV/EBITDA ratio reflects a below-par valuation compared to industry averages signalling undervaluation
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Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
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<h3>Illuminating the Importance of Insider Transactions</h3>
Insightful as they may be, insider transactions should be considered alongside a thorough examination of other investment criteria.
Within the legal framework, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities as per Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are mandated to disclose their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
The initiation of a new purchase by a company insider serves as a strong indication that they expect the stock to rise.
However, insider sells may not always signal a bearish view and can be influenced by various factors.
<h3>Important Transaction Codes</h3>
Navigating through the landscape of transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> often prioritize those unfolding in the open market, precisely detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Options Movement At Virtu Finl: TJMT Holdings LLC Exercises Worth $13.38M

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Macro uncertainty has delayed the timeline for an IPO comeback, but there remains substantial pent-up supply for equity issuance.
That&#8217;s according to BofA Securities analyst Craig Siegenthaler, who <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/exchanges" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">maintained all of his</a> ratings and continues to look for a reopening in the second half of 2025. 
This will restart Nasdaq, Inc&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDAQ#NASDAQ">NDAQ</a>) strategic flywheel across listings, trading, and corporate services, he says.
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Siegenthaler continued to forecast the highest 12-month upside for: 
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<li>Tradeweb Markets Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TW#NASDAQ">TW</a>); Buy rating, price target $212 from $197.</li>
<li>BGC Group, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BGC#NASDAQ">BGC</a>); Buy rating, price target $15 from $16.</li>
<li>Nasdaq; Buy rating, price target $105 from $103.</li>
<li>Cboe Global Markets, Inc (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBOE#BATS">CBOE</a>); Buy rating, price target $260 from $251.</li>
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There is a significant runway left in the electronification of fixed-income markets at Tradeweb Markets, and given their considerable rates business, the analyst noted that Tradeweb Markets will capitalize on the political uncertainty in Washington.
Siegenthaler will look for BGC Group to launch Treasury futures within days and expect their share of the $2 billion revenue per year interest rate futures market to continue accelerating, surpassing 10% in 2027.
The increasingly uncertain macroeconomic and geopolitical backdrop produced ideal conditions for trading across asset classes. 
Accordingly, Siegenthaler raised EPS for his entire market structure coverage. While the analyst expects some downward normalization in volumes into the second half of 2025 (in parallel with a pickup in IPOs), ongoing geopolitical uncertainty will remain an important trading catalyst.
Given his view of second-half normalizations, we are less bullish on Exchange stocks (which outperformed) than the Alts and Brokers.
With market structure stocks up 8% on average in the first quarter of 2025, Nasdaq and Virtu Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VIRT#NASDAQ">VIRT</a>) — Buy rating, price target $48 from $56 — have lagged the group.
Nevertheless, the analyst forecasted over 10% first-quarter 2025 EPS beats for both stocks.
Both companies have benefitted from the surge in equity volume in the first quarter of 2025.
Assets under management linked to the Nasdaq-100 have faced beta headwinds related to the choppy equity markets year-to-date. One-third of their indexing revenue is derived from Nasdaq-100 futures, which posted their strongest growth quarter in years (up 38% sequentially) and are seeing strong adoption at the online brokers. In addition, the annual listing price hike (estimated 5%) should more than offset any delisting headwinds. 
Meanwhile, Virtu Financial should also see solid results across its organic initiatives, with industry volumes in options, ETFs, and fixed income higher sequentially.
MarketAxess Holdings, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MKTX#NASDAQ">MKTX</a>) — Underperform rating, price target $191 from $189 — rallied 12% in March. 
Investors embedded an industrywide mix shift into A2A RFQ, where they are dominant. Siegenthaler noted that portfolio trading (PT) and D2D trading have also logged impressive volumes month-to-date, up 18% and 11% month-on-month (versus +9% for TRACE).
Tradeweb Markets remains dominant in both of these market segments. Accordingly, the analyst does not expect MarketAxess Holdings to post higher market share gains than Tradeweb Markets in March. Meanwhile, Intercontinental Exchange Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ICE#NYSE">ICE</a>) — Buy rating, price target $230 from $237 — will likely experience near-term cyclical headwinds in its mortgage and listing business.
Cboe Global Markets, Inc (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBOE#BATS">CBOE</a>) — Buy rating, price target $260 from $251 — and Tradeweb Markets could see a sequentially adverse product mix shift, given a lower contribution from SPX and muni bonds. 
Futures and index options usage CME Group Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CME#NASDAQ">CME</a>) — Underperform rating, price target $219 from $200 — and Cboe Global Markets on Robinhood is ramping nicely. La Nina has been a helpful catalyst for commodity futures. The Mr. Cooper and Rocket Mortgage deal will cost Intercontinental Exchange approximately 410 bps of servicing share and 130 bps of origination share, which the analyst noted amounts to a $72 million headwind.
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