Interactive Brokers: Steady Account And Asset Growth (Rating Upgrade)

Interactive Brokers (IBKR) is upgraded to Buy, reflecting accelerating operating fundamentals and robust client asset growth. IBKR's scalable, low-cost tech platform drives strong account growth, higher trading volumes, and expanding client balances. Valuation remains reasonable given 25% normalized EPS growth into 2026 and sustained margin strength. Key risks include regulatory changes, interest rate cuts, and currency swings, but scale advantages and product innovation support the bullish thesis.