Fiserv's recent financial performance reveals a concerning trajectory: revenue growth has turned negative (-4.1% in Q2 2026) and gross margins have collapsed from 61.2% in Q2 2024 to 19.2% in Q2 2026, indicating severe cost pressures or a mix shift. While the ...
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Revenue growth decelerated from 7.4% in Q2 2024 to -4.1% in Q2 2026, while gross margin plummeted from 61.2% to 19.2% over the same period, signaling severe pricing or cost structure issues.
Fiserv is a global fintech and payments company with comprehensive solutions for banking, merchant acquiring, and point-of-sale, positioning it well in the growing digital payments space.
The stock's significant decline from previous highs presents a potential buying opportunity, with a trailing P/E of 10.25 and forward P/E of 7.99 indicating undervaluation.
Fiserv's rapid growth has been fueled by strategic acquisitions, such as First Data and Citicorp Information Resources, enhancing its capabilities and market reach.
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Aug 6, 2026 | $1.84-3.7% vs $1.91 | $5.0B-1.5% vs $5.0B |
Q2 2026 May 5, 2026 | $1.79+14.0% vs $1.57 | $4.7B-1.1% vs $4.7B |
Q1 2026 Feb 10, 2026 | $1.99+4.7% vs $1.90 | $4.9B-0.1% vs $4.9B |
Q4 2025 Oct 29, 2025 | $2.04-22.7% vs $2.64 | $5.3B-1.5% vs $5.3B |
MILWAUKEE, Sept. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fiserv, Inc. (NASDAQ: FISV), a leading global provider of payments and financial services technology, has published the Fiserv Small Business Index for August 2026, revealing a continued divide between consumer spending and consumer visits.
MILWAUKEE, Aug. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fiserv, Inc. (NASDAQ: FISV), a leading global provider of payments and financial services technology solutions, announced its participation in an upcoming investor conference in September.
Bank of Nova Scotia purchased a new stake in Fiserv, Inc. (NASDAQ: FISV) in the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor purchased 67,972 shares of the business services provider's stock, valued at approximately $3,334,000. Other large investors also recently
Fiserv remains a 'Strong Buy,' with pessimism priced in and significant asset value, notably in Clover. Activist pressure and potential asset sales, including the debit card network, could unlock value and catalyze a re-rating. Recent results show margin compression and revenue declines, but margin recovery and revenue growth are expected in late 2026 and 2027.
Benchmark FISV against direct peers instead of judging its metrics in isolation.
Key metrics vs top competitors for Fiserv, Inc. (FISV)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50.86 | $27.12B | 8.02 | 3.6% | 16.42% | 13.01% | — | |
| $39.42 | $20.38B | 52.56 | 5.43% | 27.15% | 22.56% | — | |
| $89.42 | $22.2B | 15.34 | -23.75% | -9.38% | -3.99% | — | |
| $159.83 | $11.36B | 25.61 | 7.21% | 19.85% | 23.49% | — | |
| $368.64 | $688.27B | 36.14 | 11.69% | 50.78% | 61.26% | — | |
| $570.89 | $504.42B | 34.56 | 16.53% | 46.34% | 232.28% | — |
Fiserv, Inc. (FISV) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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Fiserv, Inc. (FISV) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
Aug 6, 2026·SEC
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Fiserv, Inc. (FISV) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Fiserv, Inc. (FISV) reported $20.87B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 2273% increase from $879.4M in 1996.
Fiserv, Inc. (FISV) grew revenue by 3.6% over the past year. Growth has been modest.
Yes, Fiserv, Inc. (FISV) is profitable, generating $2.80B in net income for fiscal year 2025 (16.4% net margin).
Fiserv, Inc. (FISV) has a return on equity (ROE) of 13.0%. This is reasonable for most industries.
Fiserv, Inc. (FISV) generated $3.93B in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.
