A10 Network (ATEN)vsFortinet Inc (FTNT)
ATEN
A10 Network
$30.57
-3.56%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.17B
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$149.67
+0.85%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $109.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortinet Inc generates 2274% more annual revenue ($7.11B vs $299.42M). FTNT leads profitability with a 27.5% profit margin vs 14.9%. FTNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.32. FTNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ATEN
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
FTNT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ATEN.
Margin of Safety
+45.4%
Fair Value
$265.15
Current Price
$149.67
$115.48 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Earnings expanding 29.4% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 197 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 20.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 28.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.9x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 110.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ATEN
The strongest argument for ATEN centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 13.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : FTNT
The strongest argument for FTNT centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.5% and operating margin at 31.3%. Revenue growth of 20.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ATEN
The primary concerns for ATEN are Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 49.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : FTNT
The primary concerns for FTNT are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 57.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ATEN profiles as a value stock while FTNT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ATEN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
FTNT is growing revenue faster at 20.1% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FTNT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 27.5% margins and 20.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
A10 Network
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
A10 Networks, Inc. offers network solutions in the United States, Japan, other Asia Pacific countries, and EMEA. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Fortinet Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Fortinet (Nasdaq: FTNT) is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. It develops and sells cybersecurity solutions, including but not limited to physical products such as firewalls, plus software and services such as anti-virus protection, intrusion prevention systems and endpoint security components.
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