Fidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)vsFlex Ltd (FLEX)
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$42.36
-2.60%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $22.48B
FLEX
Flex Ltd
$145.07
+2.04%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $53.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Flex Ltd generates 135% more annual revenue ($26.83B vs $11.44B). FIS leads profitability with a 23.4% profit margin vs 3.2%. FIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.24. FIS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 87/100 (A).
FIS
Exceptional Buy87
out of 100
Grade: A
FLEX
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+29.1%
Fair Value
$68.14
Current Price
$42.36
$25.78 discount
Margin of Safety
+3.5%
Fair Value
$67.21
Current Price
$145.07
$77.86 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 30.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 3041.0% YoY
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
16.9% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 10.4x book value
3.2% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FIS
The strongest argument for FIS centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.4% and operating margin at 16.4%. Revenue growth of 30.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FLEX
The strongest argument for FLEX centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.94 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FIS
The primary concerns for FIS are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 59.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : FLEX
The primary concerns for FLEX are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 62.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FLEX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
FIS is growing revenue faster at 30.1% — sustainability is the question.
FIS generates stronger free cash flow (663M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FIS scores higher overall (87/100 vs 60/100), 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.
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.
Flex Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Flex Ltd. provides design, engineering, manufacturing and supply chain services and solutions to OEMs in Asia, the Americas and Europe. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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