Alphabet Inc Class C (GOOG)vsPalo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)
GOOG
Alphabet Inc Class C
$397.05
+0.44%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $4.79T
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$207.88
+5.78%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $159.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alphabet Inc Class C generates 4170% more annual revenue ($422.50B vs $9.89B). GOOG leads profitability with a 37.9% profit margin vs 13.0%. GOOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.56. GOOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
GOOG
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
PANW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+2.1%
Fair Value
$405.59
Current Price
$397.05
$8.54 discount
Margin of Safety
+54.1%
Fair Value
$452.64
Current Price
$207.88
$244.76 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 39 in profit
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.1%
Earnings expanding 82.0% YoY
Generating 10.1B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.6x book value
Trading at 15.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GOOG
The strongest argument for GOOG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.9% and operating margin at 36.1%. Revenue growth of 21.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PANW
The strongest argument for PANW centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 14.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GOOG
The primary concerns for GOOG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : PANW
The primary concerns for PANW are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 109.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GOOG profiles as a growth stock while PANW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GOOG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
GOOG is growing revenue faster at 21.8% — sustainability is the question.
GOOG generates stronger free cash flow (10.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GOOG scores higher overall (73/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 37.9% margins and 21.8% revenue growth. PANW offers better value entry with a 54.1% margin of safety. 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.
Alphabet Inc Class C
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Alphabet Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate headquartered in Mountain View, California. It was created through a restructuring of Google on October 2, 2015, and became the parent company of Google and several former Google subsidiaries. The two co-founders of Google remained as controlling shareholders, board members, and employees at Alphabet. Alphabet is the world's fourth-largest technology company by revenue and one of the world's most valuable companies.
Visit Website →Palo Alto Networks Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Palo Alto Networks, Inc. provides cybersecurity platform solutions globally. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
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