Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsZoom Video Communications Inc (ZM)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$149.67
+0.85%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $109.06B
ZM
Zoom Video Communications Inc
$101.62
-3.41%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $27.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortinet Inc generates 44% more annual revenue ($7.11B vs $4.93B). ZM leads profitability with a 42.0% profit margin vs 27.5%. FTNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.32. ZM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
FTNT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
ZM
Strong Buy70
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 ZM.
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
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 74.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 110.9x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : ZM
The strongest argument for ZM centers on Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 42.0% and operating margin at 25.1%.
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 : ZM
The primary concerns for ZM are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTNT profiles as a growth stock while ZM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ZM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — 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.
Bottom Line
ZM scores higher overall (70/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 42.0% margins. 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.
Zoom Video Communications Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Zoom Video Communications, Inc. provides a premier video communications platform in the Americas, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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