Applied Digital Corporation (APLD)vsFidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)
APLD
Applied Digital Corporation
$44.15
+2.97%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $12.20B
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$40.95
-1.28%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $20.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fidelity National Information Services Inc generates 3483% more annual revenue ($11.44B vs $319.26M). FIS leads profitability with a 23.4% profit margin vs -59.5%. FIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.22. FIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 87/100 (A).
APLD
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
FIS
Exceptional Buy87
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for APLD.
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
Revenue surging 139.3% year-over-year
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
0.0% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APLD
The strongest argument for APLD centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 139.3% 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 : APLD
The primary concerns for APLD are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.79 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : FIS
The primary concerns for FIS are Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APLD profiles as a hypergrowth stock while FIS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
APLD carries more volatility with a beta of 5.64 — expect wider price swings.
APLD is growing revenue faster at 139.3% — sustainability is the question.
FIS generates stronger free cash flow (695M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FIS scores higher overall (87/100 vs 37/100), backed by strong 23.4% margins and 30.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Applied Digital Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Applied Blockchain, Inc. is engaged in crypto mining and co-hosting operations. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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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