Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsi3 Verticals Inc (IIIV)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$139.10
-20.09%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $124.09B
IIIV
i3 Verticals Inc
$17.31
+0.23%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $606.62M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortinet Inc generates 3350% more annual revenue ($7.53B vs $218.16M). FTNT leads profitability with a 28.2% profit margin vs 3.9%. IIIV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.24. FTNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
FTNT
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
IIIV
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.3%
Fair Value
$274.02
Current Price
$139.10
$134.92 discount
Margin of Safety
-4.4%
Fair Value
$20.95
Current Price
$17.31
$3.64 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 137 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 25.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 43.9% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 65.9x book value
2.2% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.0% — below average capital efficiency
3.9% margin — thin
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 28.2% and operating margin at 33.6%. Revenue growth of 25.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : IIIV
The strongest argument for IIIV centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.24 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : FTNT
The primary concerns for FTNT are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 59.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : IIIV
The primary concerns for IIIV are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 58.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTNT profiles as a growth stock while IIIV is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FTNT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
FTNT is growing revenue faster at 25.6% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (966M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FTNT scores higher overall (73/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 28.2% margins and 25.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
i3 Verticals Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
i3 Verticals, Inc. provides integrated payment and software solutions to small and medium-sized businesses and organizations in the education, nonprofit, public sector, property management, and healthcare markets in the United States. The company is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.
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