Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsPalantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$114.07
+5.65%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $79.05B
PLTR
Palantir Technologies Inc.
$137.80
+0.55%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $328.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortinet Inc generates 30% more annual revenue ($6.80B vs $5.22B). PLTR leads profitability with a 43.7% profit margin vs 27.3%. FTNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.17. PLTR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
FTNT
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
PLTR
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+66.5%
Fair Value
$262.23
Current Price
$114.07
$148.16 discount
Margin of Safety
-64.3%
Fair Value
$78.43
Current Price
$137.80
$59.37 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 136 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.0B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Keeps 44 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 46.2%
Revenue surging 84.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 325.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 68.3x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 44.6x 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 27.3% and operating margin at 32.8%. Revenue growth of 14.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PLTR
The strongest argument for PLTR centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 43.7% and operating margin at 46.2%. Revenue growth of 84.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FTNT
The primary concerns for FTNT are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PLTR
The primary concerns for PLTR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 154.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTNT profiles as a mature stock while PLTR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLTR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
PLTR is growing revenue faster at 84.7% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLTR scores higher overall (73/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 43.7% margins and 84.7% revenue growth. FTNT offers better value entry with a 66.5% margin of safety. 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.
Palantir Technologies Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Palantir Technologies Inc. creates and implements software platforms for the intelligence community in the United States to assist in counterterrorism investigations and operations. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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