Fiserv [FI] vs Cognizant Technology [CTSH] Detailed Stock Comparison
Fiserv
NYSE
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Cognizant Technology
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Fiserv wins in 7 metrics, Cognizant Technology wins in 12 metrics, with 0 ties. Cognizant Technology appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Fiserv | Cognizant Technology | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 22.92 | 14.23 | Cognizant Technology |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 2.96 | 2.24 | Cognizant Technology |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 115.31 | 7.70 | Cognizant Technology |
| PEG Ratio | 1.05 | 0.95 | Cognizant Technology |
| EV/EBITDA | 10.98 | 9.10 | Cognizant Technology |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 16.00% | 11.89% | Fiserv |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 30.80% | 15.58% | Fiserv |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 30.80% | 15.58% | Fiserv |
| Return on Equity | 12.46% | 16.69% | Cognizant Technology |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 4.53% | 10.26% | Cognizant Technology |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $5.06B | $1.83B | Fiserv |
| Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.13% | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | -17.58% | -8.07% | Cognizant Technology |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 3.53 | 1.67 | Cognizant Technology |
| Enterprise Value | $103.76B | $33.56B | Fiserv |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 4.92 | 1.64 | Cognizant Technology |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 61.82% | 33.67% | Fiserv |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $37 | $41 | Cognizant Technology |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $5.98 | $4.93 | Fiserv |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.91 | 0.89 | Cognizant Technology |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Fiserv vs Cognizant Technology Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiserv | 0.61% | 4.22% | -15.41% | -15.62% | -40.30% | -32.05% |
| Cognizant Technology | -0.52% | 0.10% | -6.54% | -12.96% | -19.48% | -7.75% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiserv | -17.58% | 34.80% | 39.74% | 222.56% | 997.73% | 1,155.25% |
| Cognizant Technology | -8.07% | 8.95% | 4.14% | 10.62% | 140.58% | 516.17% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Fiserv vs Cognizant Technology
| Metric | FI | CTSH |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $74.50B | $34.25B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 4,427,590 | 4,220,379 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 5,955,460 | 3,991,710 |
| Last Close | $139.96 | $70.49 |
| 52 Week Range | $128.22 - $238.59 | $65.52 - $90.82 |
| % from 52W High | -41.34% | -22.38% |
| All-Time High | $238.59 (Mar 03, 2025) | $93.47 (Mar 21, 2022) |
| % from All-Time High | -41.34% | -24.59% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.08% | 0.08% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.15% | 0.14% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.16% | 0.12% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.31% | 0.16% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.12% | 0.17% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 115.31 | 7.70 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $46.35 | $31.26 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $1.84 | $3.70 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $6.77B | $2.56B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $4.37B | $1.84B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.13% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.00 | $1.53 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Fiserv vs Cognizant Technology
| Metric | FI | CTSH |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 22.92 | 14.23 |
| Forward P/E | 13.45 | 14.06 |
| PEG Ratio | 1.05 | 0.95 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 3.53 | 1.67 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 2.96 | 2.24 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $74.50B | $34.25B |
| Enterprise Value | $103.76B | $33.56B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 4.92 | 1.64 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 10.98 | 9.10 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.91 | 0.89 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $46.35 | $31.26 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Fiserv vs Cognizant Technology
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) | FI | CTSH |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $5.13B | $5.12B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $2.07B | $3.40B |
| Gross Profit | $3.06B | $1.72B |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $1.38B | $791.00M |
| EBITDA | $2.13B | $956.00M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $1.05B | $872.00M |
| Income Tax | $190.00M | $213.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $848.00M | $663.00M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | FI | CTSH |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $532.00M | $1.98B |
| Total Current Assets | $26.47B | $7.55B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $24.32B | $3.41B |
| Long-Term Debt | $28.06B | $991.00M |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $25.76B | $14.90B |
| Retained Earnings | $25.45B | $15.04B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | N/A | $1.54B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | FI | CTSH |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $1.75B | $462.00M |
| Capital Expenditures | N/A | $-7.00M |
| Free Cash Flow | $1.19B | $323.00M |
| Debt Repayment | $-1.41B | $-312.00M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-2.29B | $-209.00M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | FI | CTSH |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 7.33M | 17.16M |
| Short Ratio | 1.22 | 4.82 |
| Short % of Float | 0.01% | 0.05% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 4,427,590 | 4,220,379 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 5,955,460 | 3,991,710 |
| Shares Outstanding | 564.00M | 495.00M |
| Float Shares | 539.31M | 486.97M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.01% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.92% | 1.02% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Fiserv vs Cognizant Technology
| Metric | FI | CTSH |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $0.00 | $1.53 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.13% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $0.00 | $1.28 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.41% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $0.00 | $3.83 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | Aug 18, 2025 |