Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsTexas Instruments Incorporated (TXN)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$149.67
-1.13%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $109.06B
TXN
Texas Instruments Incorporated
$285.06
+2.05%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $280.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Texas Instruments Incorporated generates 159% more annual revenue ($18.44B vs $7.11B). TXN leads profitability with a 29.1% profit margin vs 27.5%. TXN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.40. TXN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
FTNT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
TXN
Strong Buy74
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 TXN.
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.8%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
18.6% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 110.9x book value
Trading at 15.5x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : TXN
The strongest argument for TXN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.1% and operating margin at 37.8%. Revenue growth of 18.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : TXN
The primary concerns for TXN are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 52.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TXN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
FTNT is growing revenue faster at 20.1% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TXN scores higher overall (74/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 29.1% margins and 18.6% 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.
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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