Accenture plc (ACN)vsUBS Group AG (UBS)
ACN
Accenture plc
$192.29
-0.65%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $118.34B
UBS
UBS Group AG
$38.10
+3.00%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $116.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Accenture plc generates 45% more annual revenue ($72.11B vs $49.60B). UBS leads profitability with a 15.7% profit margin vs 10.6%. UBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.44. UBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
ACN
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
UBS
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-19.5%
Fair Value
$160.91
Current Price
$192.29
$31.38 premium
Margin of Safety
+61.2%
Fair Value
$109.04
Current Price
$38.10
$70.94 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 3.7B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 54.6%
Earnings expanding 58.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACN
The strongest argument for ACN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : UBS
The strongest argument for UBS centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.7% and operating margin at 54.6%. Revenue growth of 12.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ACN
The primary concerns for ACN are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : UBS
The primary concerns for UBS are Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACN profiles as a value stock while UBS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ACN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
UBS is growing revenue faster at 12.4% — sustainability is the question.
ACN generates stronger free cash flow (3.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UBS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 15.7% margins and 12.4% revenue growth. 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.
UBS Group AG
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
UBS Group AG, provides advice and financial solutions to private, institutional and corporate clients worldwide. The company is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.
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