Infosys Ltd ADR (INFY)vsAltria Group (MO)
INFY
Infosys Ltd ADR
$12.83
+2.07%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $50.87B
MO
Altria Group
$68.12
-1.33%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $115.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Altria Group generates 1% more annual revenue ($20.38B vs $20.16B). MO leads profitability with a 39.5% profit margin vs 16.4%. MO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.86. MO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
INFY
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
MO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+85.0%
Fair Value
$104.73
Current Price
$12.83
$91.90 discount
Margin of Safety
-37.3%
Fair Value
$48.02
Current Price
$68.12
$20.10 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 20.9%
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 62.3%
Earnings expanding 106.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INFY
The strongest argument for INFY centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.4% and operating margin at 20.9%.
Bull Case : MO
The strongest argument for MO centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.5% and operating margin at 62.3%.
Bear Case : INFY
The primary concerns for INFY are PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : MO
The primary concerns for MO are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.52 — expect wider price swings.
INFY is growing revenue faster at 6.6% — sustainability is the question.
MO generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MO scores higher overall (61/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 39.5% margins. INFY offers better value entry with a 85.0% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Infosys Ltd ADR
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Infosys Limited offers next generation digital consulting, technology, outsourcing and services in North America, Europe, India and internationally. The company is headquartered in Bengaluru, India.
Altria Group
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · TOBACCO · USA
Altria Group, Inc. (previously known as Philip Morris Companies, Inc.) is an American corporation and one of the world's largest producers and marketers of tobacco, cigarettes and related products. It operates worldwide and is headquartered in unincorporated Henrico County, Virginia, just outside the city of Richmond.
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