Fidelity National Information Services Inc (FIS)vsNetflix Inc (NFLX)
FIS
Fidelity National Information Services Inc
$43.49
-7.96%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $24.42B
NFLX
Netflix Inc
$87.49
-0.86%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $371.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Netflix Inc generates 339% more annual revenue ($46.89B vs $10.68B). NFLX leads profitability with a 28.5% profit margin vs 3.6%. FIS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.26. NFLX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
FIS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
NFLX
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+24.0%
Fair Value
$63.59
Current Price
$43.49
$20.10 discount
Margin of Safety
-56.1%
Fair Value
$56.53
Current Price
$87.49
$30.96 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 88.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.6%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 49 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.3%
Earnings expanding 86.4% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
ROE of 2.6% — below average capital efficiency
3.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Trading at 13.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FIS
The strongest argument for FIS centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Price/Book. PEG of 0.26 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NFLX
The strongest argument for NFLX centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.5% and operating margin at 32.3%. Revenue growth of 16.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FIS
The primary concerns for FIS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 64.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : NFLX
The primary concerns for NFLX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FIS profiles as a value stock while NFLX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NFLX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — expect wider price swings.
NFLX is growing revenue faster at 16.2% — sustainability is the question.
NFLX generates stronger free cash flow (5.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NFLX scores higher overall (77/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 28.5% margins and 16.2% revenue growth. FIS offers better value entry with a 24.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Netflix Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Netflix, Inc. is an American over-the-top content platform and production company headquartered in Los Gatos, California. Netflix was founded in 1997 by Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph in Scotts Valley, California. The company's primary business is a subscription-based streaming service offering online streaming from a library of films and television series, including those produced in-house.
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