Global Payments Inc (GPN)vsRentokil Initial PLC (RTO)
GPN
Global Payments Inc
$70.77
-0.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $19.81B
RTO
Rentokil Initial PLC
$31.41
+0.58%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $16.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Global Payments Inc generates 12% more annual revenue ($7.71B vs $6.91B). GPN leads profitability with a 18.2% profit margin vs 6.8%. GPN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.20. GPN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
GPN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
RTO
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-139.8%
Fair Value
$30.12
Current Price
$70.77
$40.65 premium
Margin of Safety
-21.8%
Fair Value
$26.68
Current Price
$31.41
$4.73 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 27.9%
Earnings expanding 88.3% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
0.0% revenue growth
ROE of 4.8% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 59.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 14.4x book value
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
6.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GPN
The strongest argument for GPN centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.2% and operating margin at 27.9%. PEG of 0.20 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : RTO
The strongest argument for RTO centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.92 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GPN
The primary concerns for GPN are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : RTO
The primary concerns for RTO are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 54.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GPN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
GPN is growing revenue faster at 0.0% — sustainability is the question.
GPN generates stronger free cash flow (347M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GPN scores higher overall (63/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 18.2% margins. Both earn "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.
Global Payments Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Global Payments Inc. is an American company providing financial technology services globally headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
Visit Website →Rentokil Initial PLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Rentokil Initial plc offers route-based services in North America, the UK, the rest of Europe, Asia, the Pacific and internationally. The company is headquartered in Crawley, the United Kingdom.
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