Accenture plc (ACN)vsJack Henry & Associates Inc (JKHY)
ACN
Accenture plc
$124.83
+1.68%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $101.87B
JKHY
Jack Henry & Associates Inc
$130.11
-0.47%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $9.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Accenture plc generates 2766% more annual revenue ($72.11B vs $2.52B). JKHY leads profitability with a 20.6% profit margin vs 10.6%. ACN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.16. JKHY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
ACN
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
JKHY
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+35.3%
Fair Value
$197.84
Current Price
$124.83
$73.01 discount
Margin of Safety
-43.8%
Fair Value
$115.21
Current Price
$130.11
$14.90 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.6B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 24.4%
Areas to Watch
4.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACN
The strongest argument for ACN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.16 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : JKHY
The strongest argument for JKHY centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.6% and operating margin at 24.4%.
Bear Case : ACN
The primary concerns for ACN are EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : JKHY
The primary concerns for JKHY are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACN profiles as a value stock while JKHY is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ACN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.07 — expect wider price swings.
JKHY is growing revenue faster at 8.7% — sustainability is the question.
ACN generates stronger free cash flow (3.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JKHY scores higher overall (68/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 20.6% margins. ACN offers better value entry with a 35.3% 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.
Accenture plc
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Accenture plc is an Irish-domiciled multinational company that provides consulting and processing services. It has been incorporated in Dublin, Ireland since 2009.
Jack Henry & Associates Inc
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Jack Henry & Associates, Inc. is a technology company and payment processing service for the financial services industry.
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