AZZ Incorporated (AZZ)vsGlobal Payments Inc (GPN)
AZZ
AZZ Incorporated
$137.07
+0.40%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.21B
GPN
Global Payments Inc
$88.29
-0.29%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $24.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Global Payments Inc generates 509% more annual revenue ($10.21B vs $1.68B). AZZ leads profitability with a 11.8% profit margin vs -9.2%. GPN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.27. GPN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
AZZ
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
GPN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-11.2%
Fair Value
$123.61
Current Price
$137.07
$13.46 premium
Margin of Safety
+49.5%
Fair Value
$142.91
Current Price
$88.29
$54.62 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 68.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Earnings declined 69.6%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of -4.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 95.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AZZ
The strongest argument for AZZ centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Price/Book. PEG of 1.24 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : GPN
The strongest argument for GPN centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 68.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AZZ
The primary concerns for AZZ are EPS Growth.
Bear Case : GPN
The primary concerns for GPN are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. A P/E of 44.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AZZ profiles as a value stock while GPN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AZZ carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
GPN is growing revenue faster at 68.6% — sustainability is the question.
GPN generates stronger free cash flow (427M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GPN scores higher overall (59/100 vs 56/100) and 68.6% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
AZZ Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
AZZ Inc. provides metal plating and plating solutions, welding solutions, specialized electrical equipment, and engineering services for the power generation, transmission, distribution, refining, and industrial markets in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas.
Global Payments Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Global Payments Inc. is an American company providing financial technology services globally headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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