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Fiserv, Inc. (FISV) Stock Analysis

Score B

Compounder · Grade D · Bearish

Technology · Information Technology Services

$56.14

Fair Value

$98.89

+76.2%

Conviction

10/10

Quality

D

Classification

Compounder

Investment Thesis

Price is above modeled value range. Quality supports holding but not attractive for new positions.

Appears undervalued but quality concerns keep the score lower.

For New Investors

Price above modeled value range

For Current Holders

Quantitative score: neutral

Buy if

  • Price drops 15-20% (improves asymmetry)
  • Bull scenario catalysts materialize
  • Market-wide correction creates opportunity

Sell if

  • Bear scenario triggers occur
  • Quality metrics deteriorate (ROIC declining)
  • Better alternatives emerge

Valuation

Fair Value estimate: $98.89 (+76.2%). Significantly undervalued.

PEG-Based EPS

$86.70

FCF DCF Model

$101.04

EV/EBITDA

$101.04

Blended Fair Value

$98.89

Confidence

High

Methods

PEG-Based EPS, FCF 2-Stage DCF, EV/EBITDA

Quality Analysis

D

56/120 points

Low Quality

ROE (3Y Avg)

11.8%

ROIC-WACC Spread

0.7%

D/E Ratio

1.1x

Current Ratio

1.0x

Interest Coverage

4x

FCF Positive Years

3/3

Quality Flags

  • Low ROE: 11.8% (need >18%, got 10/20 pts)
  • ROIC spread: 0.7pp (got 2/25 pts)
  • Leverage: D/E 1.1x (4/15 pts)
  • Volatile gross margins: std dev 4.5pp (need <3.0pp)

Market Sentiment

Wall Street Consensus

$70.00

+24.7% Upside

27 analysts

Range: $60.00$95.00

Rating: Hold

Our model aligns with Wall Street consensus.

Trend & Technical

Bearish

Price ($56.02) is 33.0% below SMA 200 ($83.56). Bearish trend. Caution on entry.

Technical Score34/100

Tech Score 34/100 — Weak technicals. Bearish bias in trend or momentum.

Risk & Reward

Asymmetry Ratio

10.00:1

Expected Return

+48.2%

Bull Upside

+101.3%

Bear Downside

-10.0%

Excellent asymmetry: >3:1 ratio. Upside significantly outweighs downside.

Verdict: Very Favorable

Scenario Analysis

Bear

Base

Bull

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fair value of FISV?

Based on our multi-method conviction analysis, the estimated fair value of Fiserv, Inc. (FISV) is $98.89. This is calculated by blending PEG-Based EPS, FCF 2-Stage DCF, EV/EBITDA and applying a quality premium of 0% based on the company's fundamentals. The confidence level of this estimate is high.

Is FISV a buy, sell, or hold?

FISV currently has a HOLD rating with a conviction score of 10/10. Price is above modeled value range. Quality supports holding but not attractive for new positions. Price above modeled value range.

Is FISV a high-quality stock?

Fiserv, Inc. has a quality grade of D (56/120 points), rated as Low Quality. Key metrics include ROE of 11.8%, ROIC-WACC spread of 0.7%, and D/E ratio of 1.1x.

What type of stock is FISV?

FISV is classified as a "compounder" in our framework. Low dividend (reinvesting): 0.0%, Low P/E: 9.5x, High FCF Yield: 14.5%, Moderate growth: 11.8%, Market-like beta: 0.84

What do Wall Street analysts say about FISV?

27 Wall Street analysts have a consensus price target of $70.00 for FISV, representing +24.7% upside. Targets range from $60.00 to $95.00. The consensus recommendation is "Hold". Our model aligns with Wall Street consensus.

What are the risks of investing in FISV?

The risk/reward asymmetry ratio for FISV is 10.00:1, rated as Very Favorable. Excellent asymmetry: >3:1 ratio. Upside significantly outweighs downside. The expected return is +48.2%, with bull case upside of +101.3% and bear case downside of -10.0%.

What is the current trend for FISV?

FISV is in a bearish trend. Price ($56.02) is 33.0% below SMA 200 ($83.56). Bearish trend. Caution on entry. The technical score is 34/100.

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Last updated: May 19, 2026 · Framework version 3.7

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