Fidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)vsInteractive Brokers Group Inc (IBKR)
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$47.60
-3.13%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $25.45B
IBKR
Interactive Brokers Group Inc
$68.68
+3.87%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $115.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fidelity National Information Services Inc generates 72% more annual revenue ($10.68B vs $6.21B). IBKR leads profitability with a 15.9% profit margin vs 3.6%. FIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.28. FIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
FIS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
IBKR
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-41.4%
Fair Value
$34.16
Current Price
$47.60
$13.44 premium
Margin of Safety
+26.5%
Fair Value
$103.90
Current Price
$68.68
$35.22 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 88.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.6%
Strong operational efficiency at 78.8%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
15.2% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 30.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.6% — below average capital efficiency
3.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : IBKR
The strongest argument for IBKR centers on Operating Margin, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.9% and operating margin at 78.8%. Revenue growth of 15.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : IBKR
The primary concerns for IBKR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FIS profiles as a value stock while IBKR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
IBKR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
IBKR is growing revenue faster at 15.2% — sustainability is the question.
IBKR generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FIS scores higher overall (67/100 vs 66/100). IBKR offers better value entry with a 26.5% 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.
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.
Interactive Brokers Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. is a global automated electronic broker. The company is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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