Fidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)vsS&P Global Inc (SPGI)
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$47.60
-3.13%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $25.45B
SPGI
S&P Global Inc
$408.48
-0.66%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $124.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
S&P Global Inc generates 44% more annual revenue ($15.34B vs $10.68B). SPGI leads profitability with a 29.1% profit margin vs 3.6%. FIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.28. SPGI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
FIS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
SPGI
Strong Buy67
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
+40.5%
Fair Value
$687.02
Current Price
$408.48
$278.54 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 38.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 32.0% YoY
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
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
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
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 : SPGI
The strongest argument for SPGI centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.1% and operating margin at 38.3%.
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 : SPGI
The primary concerns for SPGI are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FIS profiles as a value stock while SPGI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SPGI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
SPGI is growing revenue faster at 9.0% — sustainability is the question.
SPGI generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FIS scores higher overall (67/100 vs 67/100). SPGI offers better value entry with a 40.5% 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.
S&P Global Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
S&P Global Inc. is an American publicly traded corporation headquartered in Manhattan, New York City. Its primary areas of business are financial information and analytics.
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