Castellum Inc. (CTM)vsFidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)
CTM
Castellum Inc.
$0.68
-3.61%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $70.83M
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$47.60
-3.13%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $25.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fidelity National Information Services Inc generates 20096% more annual revenue ($10.68B vs $52.87M). FIS leads profitability with a 3.6% profit margin vs -4.5%. FIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CTM
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
FIS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CTM.
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
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
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -8.6% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : CTM
The strongest argument for CTM centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : CTM
The primary concerns for CTM are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
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
CTM profiles as a growth stock while FIS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FIS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
CTM is growing revenue faster at 21.9% — sustainability is the question.
FIS generates stronger free cash flow (779M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FIS scores higher overall (67/100 vs 34/100). Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Castellum Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Castellum, Inc. provides services in the areas of cyber security, information technology, electronic warfare, information warfare, and information operations. The company is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland.
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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