Data Storage Corp (DTST)vsFidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)
DTST
Data Storage Corp
$3.33
-5.67%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $7.22M
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 807296% more annual revenue ($11.44B vs $1.42M). DTST leads profitability with a 1309.0% profit margin vs 23.4%. FIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 87/100 (A).
DTST
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
FIS
Exceptional Buy87
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DTST.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 1309 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 27460.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Operating margin of -370.9%
Elevated debt levels
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 1309.0% and operating margin at -370.9%. Revenue growth of 10.9% 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 : DTST
The primary concerns for DTST are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : FIS
The primary concerns for FIS are Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DTST profiles as a mature stock while FIS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DTST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.09 — expect wider price swings.
FIS is growing revenue faster at 30.1% — sustainability is the question.
FIS generates stronger free cash flow (695M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FIS scores higher overall (87/100 vs 47/100), 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.
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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