Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsSilicon Laboratories Inc (SLAB)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$156.07
-1.75%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $114.51B
SLAB
Silicon Laboratories Inc
$220.33
+0.54%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $7.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortinet Inc generates 779% more annual revenue ($7.53B vs $855.89M). FTNT leads profitability with a 28.2% profit margin vs -4.6%. FTNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.74. FTNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
FTNT
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
SLAB
Avoid26
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.5%
Fair Value
$276.16
Current Price
$156.07
$120.09 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SLAB.
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
18.3% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 74.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -4.6% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 46.7%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : SLAB
The strongest argument for SLAB centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.3% 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 : SLAB
The primary concerns for SLAB are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SLAB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — 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
FTNT scores higher overall (73/100 vs 26/100), backed by strong 28.2% margins and 25.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" 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.
Silicon Laboratories Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Silicon Laboratories Inc., a factory-less semiconductor company, provides mixed-signal integrated circuits (ICs) in the United States, China, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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