Accenture plc (ACN)vsFidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)
ACN
Accenture plc
$190.31
+0.34%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $112.54B
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$36.43
-1.14%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $20.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Accenture plc generates 499% more annual revenue ($73.10B vs $12.20B). FIS leads profitability with a 27.7% profit margin vs 10.7%. FIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.22. FIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 89/100 (A).
ACN
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
FIS
Exceptional Buy89
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+4.8%
Fair Value
$199.14
Current Price
$190.31
$8.83 discount
Margin of Safety
+12.9%
Fair Value
$55.47
Current Price
$36.43
$19.04 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 3.6B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 3041.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
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 1.29 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 27.7% and operating margin at 20.7%. Revenue growth of 29.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ACN
The primary concerns for ACN are 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 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
FIS is growing revenue faster at 29.1% — sustainability is the question.
ACN generates stronger free cash flow (3.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FIS scores higher overall (89/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 27.7% margins and 29.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Strong 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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