Fidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)vsGDS Holdings Ltd (GDS)
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$40.95
-1.28%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $20.26B
GDS
GDS Holdings Ltd
$34.00
-6.16%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $6.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GDS Holdings Ltd generates 6% more annual revenue ($12.08B vs $11.44B). GDS leads profitability with a 23.5% profit margin vs 23.4%. FIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.22. FIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 87/100 (A).
FIS
Exceptional Buy87
out of 100
Grade: A
GDS
Exceptional Buy83
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.2%
Fair Value
$52.61
Current Price
$40.95
$11.66 discount
Margin of Safety
+18.1%
Fair Value
$56.72
Current Price
$34.00
$22.72 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 30.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 3041.0% YoY
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 207.0% YoY
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.0%
Revenue surging 23.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FIS
The strongest argument for FIS centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.4% and operating margin at 16.4%. Revenue growth of 30.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : GDS
The strongest argument for GDS centers on EPS Growth, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.5% and operating margin at 27.0%. Revenue growth of 23.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FIS
The primary concerns for FIS are Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : GDS
The primary concerns for GDS are Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FIS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.80 — expect wider price swings.
FIS is growing revenue faster at 30.1% — sustainability is the question.
FIS generates stronger free cash flow (695M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FIS scores higher overall (87/100 vs 83/100), backed by strong 23.4% margins and 30.1% revenue growth. GDS offers better value entry with a 18.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Exceptional 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.
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.
GDS Holdings Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · China
GDS Holdings Limited, develops and operates data centers in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Shanghai, the People's Republic of China.
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