Global Payments Inc (GPN)vsLichen China Limited Class A Ordinary Shares (LICN)
GPN
Global Payments Inc
$70.77
-0.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $19.81B
LICN
Lichen China Limited Class A Ordinary Shares
$4.26
-0.23%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $71.84M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Global Payments Inc generates 20372% more annual revenue ($7.71B vs $37.64M). GPN leads profitability with a 18.2% profit margin vs -43.2%. GPN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
GPN
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
LICN
Avoid24
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-139.8%
Fair Value
$30.12
Current Price
$70.77
$40.65 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LICN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 27.9%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
0.0% revenue growth
ROE of 4.8% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 59.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -24.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 21.2%
Earnings declined 51.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GPN
The strongest argument for GPN centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.2% and operating margin at 27.9%. PEG of 0.20 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LICN
The strongest argument for LICN centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : GPN
The primary concerns for GPN are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : LICN
The primary concerns for LICN are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GPN profiles as a value stock while LICN is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LICN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.07 — expect wider price swings.
GPN is growing revenue faster at 0.0% — sustainability is the question.
GPN generates stronger free cash flow (347M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GPN scores higher overall (63/100 vs 24/100), backed by strong 18.2% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Global Payments Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Global Payments Inc. is an American company providing financial technology services globally headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
Visit Website →Lichen China Limited Class A Ordinary Shares
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Lichen China Limited, an investment holding company, provides financial and taxation, education support, and software and maintenance services in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Jinjiang, China.
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