Accenture plc (ACN)vsFidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)
ACN
Accenture plc
$178.25
-17.99%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $101.87B
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$40.95
-1.28%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $20.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Accenture plc generates 530% more annual revenue ($72.11B vs $11.44B). FIS leads profitability with a 23.4% profit margin vs 10.6%. FIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.22. FIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 87/100 (A).
ACN
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
FIS
Exceptional Buy87
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+16.4%
Fair Value
$198.11
Current Price
$178.25
$19.86 discount
Margin of Safety
+8.2%
Fair Value
$52.61
Current Price
$40.95
$11.66 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 3.7B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 30.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 3041.0% YoY
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
4.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACN
The strongest argument for ACN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.16 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : FIS
The strongest argument for FIS centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.4% and operating margin at 16.4%. Revenue growth of 30.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ACN
The primary concerns for ACN are EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : FIS
The primary concerns for FIS are Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACN profiles as a value stock while FIS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ACN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.07 — expect wider price swings.
FIS is growing revenue faster at 30.1% — sustainability is the question.
ACN generates stronger free cash flow (3.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FIS scores higher overall (87/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 23.4% margins and 30.1% revenue growth. ACN offers better value entry with a 16.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Accenture plc
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Accenture plc is an Irish-domiciled multinational company that provides consulting and processing services. It has been incorporated in Dublin, Ireland since 2009.
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
FIS is an American Fortune 500 company which offers a wide range of financial products and services. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, FIS employs approximately 63,000 people worldwide. FIS is most known for its development of Financial Technology, or FinTech, and as of Q2 2020 it offers its solutions in three primary segments: Merchant Solutions, Banking Solutions, and Capital Market Solutions.
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