DLH Holdings Corp (DLHC)vsGlobal Payments Inc (GPN)
DLHC
DLH Holdings Corp
$3.93
-2.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $56.96M
GPN
Global Payments Inc
$88.29
-0.29%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $24.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Global Payments Inc generates 3926% more annual revenue ($10.21B vs $253.54M). DLHC leads profitability with a -8.5% 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).
DLHC
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
GPN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+17.8%
Fair Value
$6.75
Current Price
$3.93
$2.82 discount
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
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
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 : DLHC
The strongest argument for DLHC centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.13 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 : DLHC
The primary concerns for DLHC are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.51 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
DLHC profiles as a turnaround stock while GPN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DLHC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — 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 41/100) and 68.6% revenue growth. DLHC offers better value entry with a 17.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
DLH Holdings Corp
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
DLH Holdings Corp. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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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