Fidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$47.60
-3.13%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $25.45B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$302.32
+0.13%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $29.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fidelity National Information Services Inc generates 237% more annual revenue ($10.68B vs $3.17B). WAT leads profitability with a 20.3% 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-
WAT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
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
-349.9%
Fair Value
$73.17
Current Price
$302.32
$229.15 premium
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 33.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
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
Earnings declined 3.1%
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 : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3% and operating margin at 33.8%. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FIS profiles as a value stock while WAT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — 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.
Bottom Line
FIS scores higher overall (67/100 vs 60/100). 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.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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