Interactive Brokers Slides to 255th in Trading Volume Despite S&P 500 Inclusion and 324% Three-Year Rally

On August 29, 2025, Interactive Brokers Group (IBKR) traded with a volume of $0.38 billion, a 26.51% decline from the prior day, ranking 255th in market activity. The stock closed down 0.86%, reflecting subdued trading interest amid broader market fluctuations.

Recent developments highlight IBKR’s inclusion in the S&P 500 index, replacing Walgreens, a move expected to enhance its visibility and institutional appeal. The company also launched a new tool, “Connections,” aimed at improving user engagement and investment discovery. Analysts remain cautiously optimistic, with a “Moderate Buy” consensus rating and an average price target reflecting projected earnings growth of 8.71% for the year.

Short interest in IBKR has risen slightly, with 0.59% of shares sold short, indicating mixed investor sentiment. The stock’s valuation metrics, including a P/E ratio of 31.77 and a PEG ratio of 2.56, suggest potential overvaluation concerns relative to the market and sector averages. Dividend coverage remains robust, with a payout ratio of 16.49%, though the yield of 0.51% lags behind peers.

Historical performance data shows IBKR outperforming the S&P 500 over three years, with a 324.39% total return compared to the index’s 60.28%. Year-to-date gains of 41.79% underscore its resilience in a volatile market, though short-term volatility persists amid shifting economic expectations.