Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsScience Applications International Corporation Common Stock (SAIC)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$149.67
+0.41%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $109.52B
SAIC
Science Applications International Corporation Common Stock
$114.35
-1.90%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Science Applications International Corporation Common Stock generates 3% more annual revenue ($7.29B vs $7.11B). FTNT leads profitability with a 27.5% profit margin vs 5.5%. FTNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.37. FTNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
FTNT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
SAIC
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.3%
Fair Value
$264.55
Current Price
$149.67
$114.88 discount
Margin of Safety
+13.2%
Fair Value
$94.70
Current Price
$114.35
$19.65 discount
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 83.8% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 110.9x book value
1.5% revenue growth
5.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : SAIC
The strongest argument for SAIC centers on EPS Growth, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio.
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 : SAIC
The primary concerns for SAIC are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.88 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTNT profiles as a growth stock while SAIC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FTNT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — 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
FTNT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 27.5% margins and 20.1% 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.
Science Applications International Corporation Common Stock
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Science Applications International Corporation provides technical, engineering and business information technology (IT) services primarily in the United States. The company is headquartered in Reston, Virginia.
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