Fidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)vsInformation Services Group Inc (III)
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$38.14
-0.99%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $20.33B
III
Information Services Group Inc
$5.19
+2.37%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $243.52M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fidelity National Information Services Inc generates 4775% more annual revenue ($12.20B vs $250.25M). FIS leads profitability with a 27.7% profit margin vs 4.7%. FIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.22. FIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 89/100 (A).
FIS
Exceptional Buy89
out of 100
Grade: A
III
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+13.1%
Fair Value
$55.57
Current Price
$38.14
$17.43 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for III.
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
Earnings expanding 3041.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 71.6% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.7% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 27.7% and operating margin at 20.7%. Revenue growth of 29.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : III
The strongest argument for III centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.74 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FIS
The primary concerns for FIS are Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : III
The primary concerns for III are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FIS profiles as a growth stock while III is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
III carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
FIS is growing revenue faster at 29.1% — sustainability is the question.
FIS generates stronger free cash flow (238M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FIS scores higher overall (89/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 27.7% margins and 29.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "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.
Information Services Group Inc
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Information Services Group, Inc., is a technology research and advisory company in the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
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