Check Point Software Technologies Ltd (CHKP)vsCrowdstrike Holdings Inc (CRWD)
CHKP
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd
$131.64
+0.87%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $13.99B
CRWD
Crowdstrike Holdings Inc
$206.74
-1.01%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $211.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Crowdstrike Holdings Inc generates 95% more annual revenue ($5.40B vs $2.76B). CHKP leads profitability with a 37.9% profit margin vs 0.8%. CHKP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.22. CHKP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
CHKP
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
CRWD
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-49.8%
Fair Value
$117.82
Current Price
$131.64
$13.82 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CRWD.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 27.5%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 533.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 25.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
1.3% revenue growth
1.6% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
0.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CHKP
The strongest argument for CHKP centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.9% and operating margin at 27.5%. PEG of 1.22 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CRWD
The strongest argument for CRWD centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 25.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CHKP
The primary concerns for CHKP are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : CRWD
The primary concerns for CRWD are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 5168.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CHKP profiles as a value stock while CRWD is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CRWD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
CRWD is growing revenue faster at 25.8% — sustainability is the question.
CRWD generates stronger free cash flow (406M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CHKP scores higher overall (62/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 37.9% margins. Both earn "Buy" 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.
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. develops, markets and supports a range of IT security products and services globally. The company is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Crowdstrike Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. provides cloud solutions for endpoint and cloud workload protection in the United States, Australia, Germany, India, Israel, Romania, and the United Kingdom. The company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.
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