Box Inc (BOX)vsPalo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)
BOX
Box Inc
$27.45
-0.34%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.45B
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$341.02
+3.23%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $247.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 1468% more annual revenue ($10.61B vs $676.39M). PANW leads profitability with a 8.0% profit margin vs -19.8%. BOX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. PANW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
BOX
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
PANW
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.1%
Fair Value
$17.66
Current Price
$27.45
$9.79 premium
Margin of Safety
+35.3%
Fair Value
$470.35
Current Price
$341.02
$129.33 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 70 in profit
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 31.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 196.1x book value
Earnings declined 58.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 10.0x book value
ROE of 3.0% — below average capital efficiency
8.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BOX
The strongest argument for BOX centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 13.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.50 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PANW
The strongest argument for PANW centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 31.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BOX
The primary concerns for BOX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.35 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PANW
The primary concerns for PANW are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 266.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BOX profiles as a turnaround stock while PANW is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BOX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
PANW is growing revenue faster at 31.1% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (788M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PANW scores higher overall (47/100 vs 36/100) and 31.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Box Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Box, Inc. provides a cloud content management platform that enables organizations of various sizes to manage and share their content from anywhere and on any device. The company is headquartered in Redwood City, California.
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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Palo Alto Networks, Inc. provides cybersecurity platform solutions globally. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
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