DLH Holdings Corp (DLHC)vsGlobal Payments Inc (GPN)
DLHC
DLH Holdings Corp
$5.91
+1.03%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $81.45M
GPN
Global Payments Inc
$70.77
-0.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $19.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Global Payments Inc generates 2289% more annual revenue ($7.71B vs $322.61M). GPN leads profitability with a 18.2% profit margin vs -0.3%. GPN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.20. GPN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
DLHC
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
GPN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DLHC.
Margin of Safety
-139.8%
Fair Value
$30.12
Current Price
$70.77
$40.65 premium
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 27.9%
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.1%
Elevated debt levels
0.0% revenue growth
ROE of 4.8% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 59.2%
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, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.2% and operating margin at 27.9%. PEG of 0.20 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DLHC
The primary concerns for DLHC are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : GPN
The primary concerns for GPN are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DLHC profiles as a turnaround stock while GPN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DLHC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.61 — expect wider price swings.
GPN is growing revenue faster at 0.0% — sustainability is the question.
GPN generates stronger free cash flow (347M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GPN scores higher overall (63/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 18.2% margins. 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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