Accenture plc (ACN)vsFidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)
ACN
Accenture plc
$195.15
+4.30%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $123.20B
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$49.21
-2.03%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $26.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Accenture plc generates 562% more annual revenue ($70.73B vs $10.68B). ACN leads profitability with a 10.8% profit margin vs 3.6%. FIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.28. FIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ACN
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
FIS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-148.2%
Fair Value
$82.01
Current Price
$195.15
$113.14 premium
Margin of Safety
-41.4%
Fair Value
$34.16
Current Price
$49.21
$15.05 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 88.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.6%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 1.6%
ROE of 2.6% — below average capital efficiency
3.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACN
The strongest argument for ACN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : FIS
The strongest argument for FIS centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Price/Book. PEG of 0.28 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ACN
The primary concerns for ACN are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : FIS
The primary concerns for FIS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 69.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
FIS is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — sustainability is the question.
ACN generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FIS scores higher overall (67/100 vs 61/100). Both earn "Strong 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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