Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsScience Applications International Corporation Common Stock (SAIC)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$164.13
-2.47%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $123.48B
SAIC
Science Applications International Corporation Common Stock
$120.30
-0.06%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortinet Inc generates 3% more annual revenue ($7.53B vs $7.29B). FTNT leads profitability with a 28.2% profit margin vs 5.5%. FTNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.24. FTNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
FTNT
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
SAIC
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+40.9%
Fair Value
$277.92
Current Price
$164.13
$113.79 discount
Margin of Safety
+13.2%
Fair Value
$94.72
Current Price
$120.30
$25.58 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 197 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
Earnings expanding 83.8% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 77.8x 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 28.2% and operating margin at 33.6%. Revenue growth of 25.6% 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 PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 57.8x 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 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
FTNT is growing revenue faster at 25.6% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FTNT scores higher overall (71/100 vs 60/100), 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.
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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