Data Storage Corp (DTST)vsFidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)
DTST
Data Storage Corp
$3.89
+1.30%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $27.82M
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$47.60
-3.13%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $25.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fidelity National Information Services Inc generates 41722% more annual revenue ($10.68B vs $25.53M). DTST leads profitability with a 64.1% profit margin vs 3.6%. DTST trades at a lower P/E of 20.6x. FIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
DTST
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
FIS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+48.3%
Fair Value
$8.42
Current Price
$3.89
$4.53 discount
Margin of Safety
-41.4%
Fair Value
$34.16
Current Price
$47.60
$13.44 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 64 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 274.6% YoY
Revenue surging 28.2% 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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.1% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Operating margin of -2.6%
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 : DTST
The strongest argument for DTST centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 64.1% and operating margin at -2.6%. Revenue growth of 28.2% 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 : DTST
The primary concerns for DTST are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
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
DTST profiles as a growth stock while FIS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DTST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
DTST is growing revenue faster at 28.2% — sustainability is the question.
FIS generates stronger free cash flow (779M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FIS scores higher overall (67/100 vs 60/100). DTST offers better value entry with a 48.3% margin of safety. 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.
Data Storage Corp
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Data Storage Corporation provides multi-cloud information technology solutions primarily in the United States. The company is headquartered in Melville, New York.
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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