Infosys Ltd ADR (INFY)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
INFY
Infosys Ltd ADR
$12.83
+2.07%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $50.87B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$355.13
+1.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Infosys Ltd ADR generates 435% more annual revenue ($20.16B vs $3.77B). INFY leads profitability with a 16.4% profit margin vs 11.9%. WAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. INFY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
INFY
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
WAT
Buy52
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
-63.1%
Fair Value
$201.83
Current Price
$355.13
$153.30 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%
Revenue surging 91.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.3x book value
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 91.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : INFY
The primary concerns for INFY are PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 44.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INFY profiles as a mature stock while WAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 91.5% — sustainability is the question.
INFY generates stronger free cash flow (833M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
INFY scores higher overall (58/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 16.4% margins. 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.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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