AstraZeneca PLC (AZN)vsFidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)
AZN
AstraZeneca PLC
$183.40
-2.00%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $284.63B
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$47.60
-3.13%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $25.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AstraZeneca PLC generates 450% more annual revenue ($58.74B vs $10.68B). AZN leads profitability with a 17.4% 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-).
AZN
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
FIS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+32.8%
Fair Value
$306.07
Current Price
$183.40
$122.67 discount
Margin of Safety
-41.4%
Fair Value
$34.16
Current Price
$47.60
$13.44 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 53.9% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
Generating 1.4B 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
Moderate valuation
4.1% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : AZN
The strongest argument for AZN centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.4% and operating margin at 21.6%.
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 : AZN
The primary concerns for AZN are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : FIS
The primary concerns for FIS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 67.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FIS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
FIS is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — sustainability is the question.
AZN generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
FIS scores higher overall (67/100 vs 66/100). AZN offers better value entry with a 32.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
AstraZeneca PLC
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
AstraZeneca PLC discovers, develops, manufactures and markets prescription drugs in the areas of oncology, cardiovascular, renal and metabolism, respiratory, infections, neuroscience and gastroenterology worldwide. The company is headquartered in Cambridge, the United Kingdom.
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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