Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsTexas Instruments Incorporated (TXN)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$171.77
-0.35%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $114.51B
TXN
Texas Instruments Incorporated
$260.67
-1.05%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $245.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Texas Instruments Incorporated generates 158% more annual revenue ($19.45B vs $7.53B). TXN leads profitability with a 31.1% profit margin vs 28.2%. TXN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. TXN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
FTNT
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
TXN
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.5%
Fair Value
$276.16
Current Price
$171.77
$104.39 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TXN.
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.6%
Earnings expanding 51.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 81.4x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.2x 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 28.2% and operating margin at 33.6%. Revenue growth of 25.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TXN
The strongest argument for TXN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.1% and operating margin at 42.6%. Revenue growth of 22.8% 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 : TXN
The primary concerns for TXN are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TXN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
FTNT is growing revenue faster at 25.6% — sustainability is the question.
TXN generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TXN scores higher overall (78/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 31.1% margins and 22.8% revenue growth. FTNT offers better value entry with a 43.5% 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.
Texas Instruments Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) is an American technology company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, that designs and manufactures semiconductors and various integrated circuits, which it sells to electronics designers and manufacturers globally. It is one of the top 10 semiconductor companies worldwide based on sales volume.
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