Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsYext Inc (YEXT)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$178.74
+2.57%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $114.51B
YEXT
Yext Inc
$6.44
+1.10%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $630.49M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortinet Inc generates 1599% more annual revenue ($7.53B vs $443.02M). FTNT leads profitability with a 28.2% profit margin vs 5.9%. YEXT trades at a lower P/E of 37.5x. FTNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
FTNT
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
YEXT
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+37.4%
Fair Value
$275.55
Current Price
$178.74
$96.81 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for YEXT.
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
Every $100 of equity generates 73 in profit
Earnings expanding 390.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 84.7x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.9% margin — thin
Revenue declined 1.8%
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 : YEXT
The strongest argument for YEXT centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
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 : YEXT
The primary concerns for YEXT are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 6.22 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTNT profiles as a growth stock while YEXT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
YEXT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.15 — expect wider price swings.
FTNT is growing revenue faster at 25.6% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (966M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FTNT scores higher overall (73/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 28.2% margins and 25.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
Yext Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Yext Inc. is a leading innovator in digital knowledge management, focused on improving online visibility and customer engagement for enterprises across various sectors. By harnessing cutting-edge artificial intelligence and natural language processing technologies, Yext delivers robust local search engine optimization solutions and guarantees data accuracy to enhance brand consistency. As businesses navigate the complexities of the digital landscape, Yext positions itself as an essential partner that empowers organizations to elevate customer experiences and foster impactful interactions across diverse digital channels.
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