Core Scientific, Inc. Common Stock (CORZ)vsPalo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)
CORZ
Core Scientific, Inc. Common Stock
$13.25
-8.18%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.64B
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$365.87
-3.86%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $299.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 2507% more annual revenue ($11.48B vs $440.31M). PANW leads profitability with a 2.7% profit margin vs 0.0%. PANW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
CORZ
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
PANW
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-67.6%
Fair Value
$8.61
Current Price
$13.25
$4.64 premium
Margin of Safety
+26.6%
Fair Value
$498.68
Current Price
$365.87
$132.81 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 108.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 61.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 34.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.8x book value
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.7% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CORZ
The strongest argument for CORZ centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 108.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PANW
The strongest argument for PANW centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 34.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CORZ
The primary concerns for CORZ are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : PANW
The primary concerns for PANW are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 914.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CORZ carries more volatility with a beta of 5.48 — expect wider price swings.
CORZ is growing revenue faster at 108.8% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
PANW scores higher overall (51/100 vs 43/100) and 34.5% revenue growth. 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.
Core Scientific, Inc. Common Stock
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Core Scientific, Inc. provides blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
Visit Website →Palo Alto Networks Inc
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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