Intel Corporation (INTC)vsPalo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)
INTC
Intel Corporation
$95.53
-3.62%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $486.48B
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$394.49
-3.53%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $279.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intel Corporation generates 397% more annual revenue ($57.03B vs $11.48B). PANW leads profitability with a 2.7% profit margin vs -19.8%. INTC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. PANW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
INTC
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
PANW
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for INTC.
Margin of Safety
+21.7%
Fair Value
$498.95
Current Price
$394.49
$104.46 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 25.4% year-over-year
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 34.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -12.9% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 71.7%
Currently unprofitable
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 11.7x book value
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.7% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : INTC
The strongest argument for INTC centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 25.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.50 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PANW
The strongest argument for PANW centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 34.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : INTC
The primary concerns for INTC are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PANW
The primary concerns for PANW are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 855.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
INTC profiles as a growth stock while PANW is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
INTC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.23 — expect wider price swings.
PANW is growing revenue faster at 34.5% — sustainability is the question.
INTC generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PANW scores higher overall (49/100 vs 41/100) and 34.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Intel Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Intel Corporation is an American multinational corporation and technology company headquartered in Santa Clara, California, in Silicon Valley. It is the world's largest semiconductor chip manufacturer by revenue, and is the developer of the x86 series of microprocessors, the processors found in most personal computers (PCs).
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.
Compare with Other SEMICONDUCTORS Stocks
Want to dig deeper into these stocks?