Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsVaronis Systems (VRNS)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$149.67
+2.18%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $109.06B
VRNS
Varonis Systems
$32.69
-1.68%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortinet Inc generates 977% more annual revenue ($7.11B vs $660.24M). FTNT leads profitability with a 27.5% profit margin vs -19.8%. FTNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.32. FTNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
FTNT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
VRNS
Avoid32
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.4%
Fair Value
$265.15
Current Price
$149.67
$115.48 discount
Margin of Safety
+57.4%
Fair Value
$61.77
Current Price
$32.69
$29.08 discount
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 26.9% year-over-year
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 8.3x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 : VRNS
The strongest argument for VRNS centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.9% 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 : VRNS
The primary concerns for VRNS are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTNT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
VRNS is growing revenue faster at 26.9% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
FTNT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 32/100), backed by strong 27.5% margins and 20.1% revenue growth. VRNS offers better value entry with a 57.4% margin of safety. 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.
Varonis Systems
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Varonis Systems (VRNS) is a leading cybersecurity firm specializing in data security and analytics solutions that protect sensitive information across on-premises and cloud environments. Leveraging advanced machine learning and behavioral analytics, Varonis empowers organizations to proactively identify and mitigate data risks, while ensuring compliance with stringent regulatory standards. Serving a diverse range of industries, the company has solidified its reputation as a vital ally for enterprises addressing the challenges of data protection in an evolving threat landscape. As the need for comprehensive data security solutions escalates, Varonis is well-positioned for substantial growth in the expanding cybersecurity market.
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