Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A (CTSH)vsThermo Fisher Scientific Inc (TMO)
CTSH
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A
$51.68
-0.50%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $24.57B
TMO
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc
$465.00
-1.99%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $176.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc generates 111% more annual revenue ($45.20B vs $21.41B). TMO leads profitability with a 15.1% profit margin vs 10.4%. CTSH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. CTSH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CTSH
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
TMO
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+76.7%
Fair Value
$304.80
Current Price
$51.68
$253.12 discount
Margin of Safety
-16.1%
Fair Value
$408.60
Current Price
$465.00
$56.40 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
3.6% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CTSH
The strongest argument for CTSH centers on P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TMO
The strongest argument for TMO centers on Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.1% and operating margin at 17.9%.
Bear Case : CTSH
The primary concerns for CTSH are EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TMO
The primary concerns for TMO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CTSH profiles as a value stock while TMO is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
TMO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
TMO is growing revenue faster at 6.2% — sustainability is the question.
TMO generates stronger free cash flow (816M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CTSH scores higher overall (67/100 vs 62/100). 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.
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an American provisioner of scientific instrumentation, reagents and consumables, and software and services to healthcare, life science, and other laboratories in academia, government, and industry (including in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors). Based in Waltham, Massachusetts, Thermo Fisher was created in 2006 by the merger of Thermo Electron and Fisher Scientific, to form a company with US$ 9 billion in combined revenues.
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