Evertec Inc (EVTC)vsPalo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)
EVTC
Evertec Inc
$29.27
+0.41%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.74B
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$330.65
-2.32%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $270.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 1052% more annual revenue ($11.48B vs $996.16M). EVTC leads profitability with a 9.8% profit margin vs 2.7%. PANW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.73. EVTC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
EVTC
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
PANW
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.6%
Fair Value
$48.28
Current Price
$29.27
$19.01 discount
Margin of Safety
+34.1%
Fair Value
$501.81
Current Price
$330.65
$171.16 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
19.7% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 34.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Earnings declined 85.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.8x book value
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.7% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EVTC
The strongest argument for EVTC centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PANW
The strongest argument for PANW centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 34.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EVTC
The primary concerns for EVTC are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 2.06 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PANW
The primary concerns for PANW are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 295.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EVTC profiles as a growth stock while PANW is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PANW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
PANW is growing revenue faster at 34.4% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (788M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EVTC scores higher overall (54/100 vs 51/100) and 19.7% revenue growth. PANW offers better value entry with a 34.1% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Evertec Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
EVERTEC, Inc. participates in the transaction processing business in Latin America and the Caribbean. The company is headquartered in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
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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