Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsNXP Semiconductors NV (NXPI)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$170.18
+9.04%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $114.51B
NXPI
NXP Semiconductors NV
$224.23
-5.24%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $59.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NXP Semiconductors NV generates 75% more annual revenue ($13.19B vs $7.53B). FTNT leads profitability with a 28.2% profit margin vs 22.6%. NXPI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.45. NXPI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
FTNT
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
NXPI
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.5%
Fair Value
$276.16
Current Price
$170.18
$105.98 discount
Margin of Safety
-44.2%
Fair Value
$164.12
Current Price
$224.23
$60.11 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 30.4%
Earnings expanding 72.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 80.7x book value
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 28.2% and operating margin at 33.6%. Revenue growth of 25.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NXPI
The strongest argument for NXPI centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.6% and operating margin at 30.4%. Revenue growth of 19.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FTNT
The primary concerns for FTNT are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 56.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : NXPI
The primary concerns for NXPI are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NXPI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — 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.
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Bottom Line
NXPI scores higher overall (78/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 22.6% margins and 19.5% revenue growth. FTNT offers better value entry with a 43.5% 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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