Cigna Corp (CI)vsFidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)
CI
Cigna Corp
$281.98
+2.29%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $74.83B
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$45.97
-1.37%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $24.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cigna Corp generates 2503% more annual revenue ($277.89B vs $10.68B). FIS leads profitability with a 3.6% profit margin vs 2.3%. FIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.26. CI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
CI
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
FIS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+79.8%
Fair Value
$1364.02
Current Price
$281.98
$1082.04 discount
Margin of Safety
+24.1%
Fair Value
$63.64
Current Price
$45.97
$17.67 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 29.1% YoY
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
4.6% revenue growth
2.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
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 : CI
The strongest argument for CI centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : FIS
The strongest argument for FIS centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Price/Book. PEG of 0.26 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CI
The primary concerns for CI are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : FIS
The primary concerns for FIS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 63.8x 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.
CI generates stronger free cash flow (864M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
CI scores higher overall (68/100 vs 67/100). FIS offers better value entry with a 24.1% 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.
Cigna Corp
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Cigna is an American multinational managed healthcare and insurance company based in Bloomfield, Connecticut. Its insurance subsidiaries are major providers of medical, dental, disability, life and accident insurance and related products and services, the majority of which are offered through employers and other groups (e.g. governmental and non-governmental organizations, unions and associations).
Visit Website →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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