Fidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)vsPenguin Solutions, Inc. (PENG)
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$37.72
-1.28%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $20.26B
PENG
Penguin Solutions, Inc.
$67.94
-3.35%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fidelity National Information Services Inc generates 749% more annual revenue ($11.44B vs $1.35B). FIS leads profitability with a 23.4% profit margin vs 4.1%. FIS trades at a lower P/E of 7.6x. FIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 87/100 (A).
FIS
Exceptional Buy87
out of 100
Grade: A
PENG
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.0%
Fair Value
$52.51
Current Price
$37.72
$14.79 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PENG.
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 544.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 8.8x book value
Grey zone — moderate risk
4.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : PENG
The strongest argument for PENG centers on EPS Growth.
Bear Case : FIS
The primary concerns for FIS are Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : PENG
The primary concerns for PENG are Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. A P/E of 91.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FIS profiles as a growth stock while PENG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PENG carries more volatility with a beta of 2.89 — 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.
Bottom Line
FIS scores higher overall (87/100 vs 40/100), backed by strong 23.4% margins and 30.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
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.
Penguin Solutions, Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Penguin Solutions, Inc., a memory-focused company, engages in the designing and development of enterprise solutions in the United States, China, Europe, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands.
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