Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsSeagate Technology PLC (STX)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$129.39
+1.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $99.98B
STX
Seagate Technology PLC
$557.06
-8.13%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $147.97B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Seagate Technology PLC generates 75% more annual revenue ($13.80B vs $7.88B). STX leads profitability with a 31.9% profit margin vs 29.0%. STX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.37. STX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
FTNT
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
STX
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+52.5%
Fair Value
$286.50
Current Price
$129.39
$157.11 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for STX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 137 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 20.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 38.7% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 127 in profit
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.8%
Revenue surging 61.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 212.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 42.3x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 37.1x 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 29.0% and operating margin at 33.8%. Revenue growth of 20.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : STX
The strongest argument for STX centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.9% and operating margin at 48.8%. Revenue growth of 61.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FTNT
The primary concerns for FTNT are Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 44.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : STX
The primary concerns for STX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
STX carries more volatility with a beta of 2.08 — expect wider price swings.
STX is growing revenue faster at 61.0% — sustainability is the question.
STX generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
STX scores higher overall (79/100 vs 75/100), backed by strong 31.9% margins and 61.0% revenue growth. FTNT offers better value entry with a 52.5% 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.
Seagate Technology PLC
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Seagate Technology Holdings plc, an Irish public limited company (commonly referred to as Seagate) is an American data storage company.
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