Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsNXP Semiconductors NV (NXPI)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$149.67
-1.13%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $109.06B
NXPI
NXP Semiconductors NV
$322.22
+1.75%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $81.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NXP Semiconductors NV generates 77% more annual revenue ($12.62B vs $7.11B). FTNT leads profitability with a 27.5% profit margin vs 21.0%. NXPI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.79. NXPI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
FTNT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
NXPI
Strong Buy76
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 NXPI.
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
Earnings expanding 130.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 27.7%
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 110.9x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 : NXPI
The strongest argument for NXPI centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.0% and operating margin at 27.7%. Revenue growth of 12.2% 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 : NXPI
The primary concerns for NXPI are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTNT profiles as a growth stock while NXPI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NXPI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.78 — expect wider price swings.
FTNT is growing revenue faster at 20.1% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NXPI scores higher overall (76/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 21.0% margins and 12.2% revenue growth. FTNT offers better value entry with a 45.4% margin of safety. 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.
NXP Semiconductors NV
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
NXP Semiconductors N.V. is a Dutch semiconductor manufacturer with headquarters in Eindhoven, Netherlands.
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