Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsGE Vernova LLC (GEV)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$149.67
-1.13%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $109.06B
GEV
GE Vernova LLC
$933.61
-3.09%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $277.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GE Vernova LLC generates 454% more annual revenue ($39.38B vs $7.11B). FTNT leads profitability with a 27.5% profit margin vs 23.8%. GEV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.78. GEV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
FTNT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
GEV
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.4%
Fair Value
$265.15
Current Price
$149.67
$115.48 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GEV.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 67 in profit
Earnings expanding 1816.0% YoY
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
16.3% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 110.9x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 18.0x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : GEV
The strongest argument for GEV centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.8% and operating margin at 5.5%. Revenue growth of 16.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : GEV
The primary concerns for GEV are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GEV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
FTNT is growing revenue faster at 20.1% — sustainability is the question.
GEV generates stronger free cash flow (4.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
FTNT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 27.5% margins and 20.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
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.
GE Vernova LLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
GE Vernova LLC, an energy business company, generates electricity.
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