Equinix Inc (EQIX)vsFidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)
EQIX
Equinix Inc
$1,089.15
+1.21%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $105.71B
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 20% more annual revenue ($11.44B vs $9.53B). FIS leads profitability with a 23.4% profit margin vs 14.9%. FIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.22. FIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 87/100 (A).
EQIX
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
FIS
Exceptional Buy87
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for EQIX.
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.3%
Earnings expanding 20.0% YoY
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
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EQIX
The strongest argument for EQIX centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 12.1% 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 : EQIX
The primary concerns for EQIX are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 74.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : FIS
The primary concerns for FIS are Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EQIX profiles as a value stock while FIS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EQIX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.00 — 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 54/100), backed by strong 23.4% margins and 30.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Equinix Inc
REAL ESTATE · REIT - SPECIALTY · USA
Equinix, Inc. is an American multinational company headquartered in Redwood City, California, that specializes in Internet connection and data centers.
Visit Website →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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