Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsSuper Micro Computer Inc (SMCI)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$149.67
-3.25%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $109.06B
SMCI
Super Micro Computer Inc
$46.90
-7.62%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $27.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Super Micro Computer Inc generates 374% more annual revenue ($33.70B vs $7.11B). FTNT leads profitability with a 27.5% profit margin vs 3.7%. SMCI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.91. SMCI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
FTNT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
SMCI
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.4%
Fair Value
$265.15
Current Price
$149.67
$115.48 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SMCI.
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
Revenue surging 122.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 326.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 110.9x book value
3.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
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 27.5% and operating margin at 31.3%. Revenue growth of 20.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SMCI
The strongest argument for SMCI centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 122.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.91 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : SMCI
The primary concerns for SMCI are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTNT profiles as a growth stock while SMCI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SMCI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
SMCI is growing revenue faster at 122.7% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SMCI scores higher overall (71/100 vs 67/100) and 122.7% revenue growth. FTNT offers better value entry with a 45.4% 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.
Super Micro Computer Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Super Micro Computer, Inc. develops and manufactures high-performance server and storage solutions based on an open, modular architecture. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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