American Electric Power Co Inc (AEP)vsFidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)
AEP
American Electric Power Co Inc
$127.79
+0.06%
UTILITIES · Cap: $69.16B
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$40.95
-1.28%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $20.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Electric Power Co Inc generates 96% more annual revenue ($22.43B vs $11.44B). FIS leads profitability with a 23.4% profit margin vs 16.3%. FIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.22. FIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 87/100 (A).
AEP
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
FIS
Exceptional Buy87
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AEP.
Margin of Safety
+8.2%
Fair Value
$52.61
Current Price
$40.95
$11.66 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.7%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 30.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 3041.0% YoY
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AEP
The strongest argument for AEP centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.3% and operating margin at 23.7%. Revenue growth of 10.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FIS
The strongest argument for FIS centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.4% and operating margin at 16.4%. Revenue growth of 30.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AEP
The primary concerns for AEP are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 1.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : FIS
The primary concerns for FIS are Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AEP profiles as a mature stock while FIS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FIS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.80 — expect wider price swings.
FIS is growing revenue faster at 30.1% — sustainability is the question.
FIS generates stronger free cash flow (695M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FIS scores higher overall (87/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 23.4% margins and 30.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
American Electric Power Co Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
American Electric Power (AEP) is a major investor-owned electric utility in the United States, delivering electricity to more than five million customers in 11 states.
Visit Website →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.
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