Fidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)vsLeidos Holdings Inc (LDOS)
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$49.21
-2.03%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $26.12B
LDOS
Leidos Holdings Inc
$166.75
-1.32%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $22.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Leidos Holdings Inc generates 61% more annual revenue ($17.17B vs $10.68B). LDOS leads profitability with a 8.4% 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-
LDOS
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-41.4%
Fair Value
$34.16
Current Price
$49.21
$15.05 premium
Margin of Safety
+59.5%
Fair Value
$427.27
Current Price
$166.75
$260.52 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%
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 3.6%
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 : LDOS
The strongest argument for LDOS centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : FIS
The primary concerns for FIS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 69.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LDOS
The primary concerns for LDOS are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FIS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
FIS is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — sustainability is the question.
FIS generates stronger free cash flow (779M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FIS scores higher overall (67/100 vs 57/100). LDOS offers better value entry with a 59.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Leidos Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Leidos, formerly known as Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC), is an American defense, aviation, information technology (Lockheed Martin IS&GS), and biomedical research company headquartered in Reston, Virginia, that provides scientific, engineering, systems integration, and technical services.
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