Cipher Mining Inc (CIFR)vsFidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)
CIFR
Cipher Mining Inc
$14.01
-4.30%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.68B
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$49.79
+1.08%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $25.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fidelity National Information Services Inc generates 4668% more annual revenue ($10.68B vs $223.94M). FIS leads profitability with a 3.6% profit margin vs 0.0%. FIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CIFR
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
FIS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CIFR.
Margin of Safety
-39.5%
Fair Value
$34.63
Current Price
$49.79
$15.16 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 236.1%
Revenue surging 41.4% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 88.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.6%
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -108.3% — below average capital efficiency
ROE of 2.6% — below average capital efficiency
3.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CIFR
The strongest argument for CIFR centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 41.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FIS
The strongest argument for FIS centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Price/Book. PEG of 0.28 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CIFR
The primary concerns for CIFR are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : FIS
The primary concerns for FIS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 67.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CIFR profiles as a hypergrowth stock while FIS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CIFR carries more volatility with a beta of 3.01 — expect wider price swings.
CIFR is growing revenue faster at 41.4% — sustainability is the question.
FIS generates stronger free cash flow (779M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FIS scores higher overall (67/100 vs 46/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Cipher Mining Inc
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Cipher Mining Inc. is a bitcoin mining company. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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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