Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsMotorola Solutions Inc (MSI)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$172.78
+9.67%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $114.35B
MSI
Motorola Solutions Inc
$486.54
-0.15%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $75.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Motorola Solutions Inc generates 63% more annual revenue ($12.24B vs $7.53B). FTNT leads profitability with a 28.2% profit margin vs 17.4%. FTNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.20. FTNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
FTNT
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
MSI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+44.5%
Fair Value
$276.73
Current Price
$172.78
$103.95 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MSI.
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
Every $100 of equity generates 80 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 27.4%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 81.9x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 30.1x book value
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 : MSI
The strongest argument for MSI centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.4% and operating margin at 27.4%. Revenue growth of 13.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FTNT
The primary concerns for FTNT are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 56.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MSI
The primary concerns for MSI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.60 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTNT profiles as a growth stock while MSI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
FTNT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — 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 (71/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 28.2% margins and 25.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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.
Motorola Solutions Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Motorola Solutions, Inc., is an American data communications and telecommunications equipment provider that succeeded Motorola, Inc., following the spinoff of the mobile phone division into Motorola Mobility in 2011. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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