Fidelity: Overreaction To Mixed Q4 Creates Opportunity (Rating Upgrade)
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Fidelity National Information Services (FIS) experienced an 11% stock drop after weak Q4 earnings and guidance, leading to a downgrade to 'hold'. However, the stock is now upgraded to 'buy' due to the price decline. Despite banking revenue lagging, capital markets activity showed strong growth. FIS generated $700 million in adjusted free cash flow, executed $1 billion in buybacks, and raised its dividend by 11%, with more buybacks planned for 2025.
February 13, 2025 | 6:15 am
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Fidelity National Information Services (FIS) stock dropped 11% after weak Q4 earnings, but has been upgraded to 'buy' due to the price decline. Despite weak banking revenue, capital markets activity remains strong. FIS executed $1 billion in buybacks and raised its dividend by 11%.
The stock's 11% drop presents a buying opportunity as the company shows strong capital markets growth and shareholder returns through buybacks and dividend increases. The upgrade to 'buy' suggests positive sentiment and potential for price recovery.
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