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Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A (CTSH)vsInformation Services Group Inc (III)

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Smart Verdict

WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A generates 8590% more annual revenue ($21.41B vs $246.32M). CTSH leads profitability with a 10.4% profit margin vs 4.3%. III appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.71. CTSH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).

CTSH

Strong Buy

67

out of 100

Grade: B-

Growth: 4.7Profit: 7.0Value: 9.3Quality: 8.5
Piotroski: 5/9Altman Z: 4.49

III

Buy

59

out of 100

Grade: C

Growth: 5.3Profit: 5.5Value: 6.3Quality: 7.5
Piotroski: 4/9Altman Z: 1.63
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Intrinsic Value Comparison

Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula

CTSHUndervalued (+73.8%)

Margin of Safety

+73.8%

Fair Value

$270.97

Current Price

$53.21

$217.76 discount

UndervaluedFair: $270.97Overvalued

Intrinsic value data unavailable for III.

Key Strengths & Concerns

Side-by-side fundamental analysis

Key Strengths

CTSH5 strengths · Avg: 9.2/10
P/E RatioValuation
11.3x10/10

Attractively priced relative to earnings

Debt/EquityHealth
0.0710/10

Conservative balance sheet, low leverage

Altman Z-ScoreHealth
4.4910/10

Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk

PEG RatioValuation
0.858/10

Growing faster than its price suggests

Price/BookValuation
1.7x8/10

Reasonable price relative to book value

III4 strengths · Avg: 9.0/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
66.7%10/10

Earnings expanding 66.7% YoY

Debt/EquityHealth
0.0910/10

Conservative balance sheet, low leverage

PEG RatioValuation
0.718/10

Growing faster than its price suggests

Price/BookValuation
2.2x8/10

Reasonable price relative to book value

Areas to Watch

CTSH1 concerns · Avg: 4.0/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
3.6%4/10

3.6% earnings growth

III4 concerns · Avg: 3.5/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
2.7%4/10

2.7% revenue growth

Altman Z-ScoreHealth
1.634/10

Distress zone — elevated risk

Market CapQuality
$211.93M3/10

Smaller company, higher risk/reward

Profit MarginProfitability
4.3%3/10

4.3% margin — thin

Comparative Analysis Report

WallStSmart Research

Bull Case : CTSH

The strongest argument for CTSH centers on P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.

Bull Case : III

The strongest argument for III centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.71 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.

Bear Case : CTSH

The primary concerns for CTSH are EPS Growth.

Bear Case : III

The primary concerns for III are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Thin 4.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

III carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.

CTSH is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.

CTSH generates stronger free cash flow (198M), providing more financial flexibility.

Monitor INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.

Bottom Line

CTSH scores higher overall (67/100 vs 59/100). 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.

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A

TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA

Cognizant is an American multinational technology company that provides business consulting, information technology and outsourcing services. It is headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey, United States.

Information Services Group Inc

TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA

Information Services Group, Inc., is a technology research and advisory company in the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.

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