Aci Worldwide [ACIW] vs Shift4 Payments [FOUR] Detailed Stock Comparison
Aci Worldwide
NASDAQ
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Shift4 Payments
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 19 vital metrics comparison: Aci Worldwide wins in 12 metrics, Shift4 Payments wins in 7 metrics, with 0 ties. Aci Worldwide appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Aci Worldwide | Shift4 Payments | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 16.66 | 30.88 | Aci Worldwide |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 2.99 | 8.99 | Aci Worldwide |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 59.89 | 186.68 | Aci Worldwide |
| PEG Ratio | 20.76 | 17.08 | Shift4 Payments |
| EV/EBITDA | 12.58 | 12.78 | Aci Worldwide |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 16.13% | 6.11% | Aci Worldwide |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 14.83% | 9.16% | Aci Worldwide |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 14.83% | 9.16% | Aci Worldwide |
| Return on Equity | 19.69% | 18.28% | Aci Worldwide |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 7.00% | 3.61% | Aci Worldwide |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $313.70M | $310.60M | Aci Worldwide |
| 1-Year Return | -6.05% | 16.73% | Shift4 Payments |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 2.64 | 2.01 | Shift4 Payments |
| Enterprise Value | $5.08B | $7.78B | Shift4 Payments |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 3.04 | 2.16 | Shift4 Payments |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 45.92% | 30.27% | Aci Worldwide |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $16 | $52 | Shift4 Payments |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $2.53 | $2.66 | Shift4 Payments |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.08 | 1.81 | Aci Worldwide |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Aci Worldwide vs Shift4 Payments Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aci Worldwide | 1.85% | 2.77% | -3.80% | -20.30% | -17.30% | -16.83% |
| Shift4 Payments | -2.03% | -19.11% | -19.32% | 0.07% | -31.16% | -23.09% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aci Worldwide | -6.05% | 67.51% | 42.62% | 90.06% | 559.19% | 407.77% |
| Shift4 Payments | 16.73% | 68.73% | 67.01% | 148.42% | 148.42% | 148.42% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Aci Worldwide vs Shift4 Payments
| Metric | ACIW | FOUR |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $4.42B | $7.26B |
| Market Cap Category | Mid cap | Mid cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 924,720 | 2,655,669 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 745,460 | 1,685,156 |
| Last Close | $44.55 | $81.63 |
| 52 Week Range | $40.45 - $59.71 | $67.09 - $127.50 |
| % from 52W High | -25.39% | -35.98% |
| All-Time High | $59.71 (Nov 25, 2024) | $127.50 (Feb 17, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -25.39% | -35.98% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.25% | 0.17% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.25% | -0.13% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.16% | 0.06% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.15% | 0.09% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.20% | 0.18% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 59.89 | 186.68 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $14.08 | $9.14 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $2.19 | $44.14 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $313.73M | $512.00M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $306.69M | $417.24M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | N/A |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Aci Worldwide vs Shift4 Payments
| Metric | ACIW | FOUR |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 16.66 | 30.88 |
| Forward P/E | 20.76 | 17.08 |
| PEG Ratio | 20.76 | 17.08 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 2.64 | 2.01 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 2.99 | 8.99 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $4.42B | $7.26B |
| Enterprise Value | $5.08B | $7.78B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 3.04 | 2.16 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 12.58 | 12.78 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.08 | 1.81 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $14.08 | $9.14 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Aci Worldwide vs Shift4 Payments
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | ACIW | FOUR |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $394.57M | $848.30M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $213.38M | $591.30M |
| Gross Profit | $181.19M | $257.00M |
| Research & Development | $38.91M | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $58.52M | $21.70M |
| EBITDA | $112.74M | $121.10M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $71.64M | $11.40M |
| Income Tax | $12.77M | $-8.10M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $58.87M | $19.50M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | ACIW | FOUR |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $230.06M | $1.17B |
| Total Current Assets | $1.21B | $1.84B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $804.51M | $1.36B |
| Long-Term Debt | $831.84M | $2.18B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $1.48B | $1.02B |
| Retained Earnings | $1.66B | $-259.60M |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $60.17M | $334.80M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | ACIW | FOUR |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $129.33M | $120.40M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-2.17M | $-31.80M |
| Free Cash Flow | $69.29M | $44.80M |
| Debt Repayment | $-83.59M | N/A |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-14.41M | $-62.90M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | ACIW | FOUR |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 2.66M | 12.31M |
| Short Ratio | 4.10 | 10.02 |
| Short % of Float | 0.04% | 0.19% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 924,720 | 2,655,669 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 745,460 | 1,685,156 |
| Shares Outstanding | 105.25M | 69.26M |
| Float Shares | 103.78M | 55.19M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.01% | 0.02% |
| % Held by Institutions | 1.00% | 1.22% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Aci Worldwide vs Shift4 Payments
| Metric | ACIW | FOUR |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | N/A |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | N/A |