Katapult Holdings Inc (KPLT)vsPalo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)
KPLT
Katapult Holdings Inc
$7.20
+1.12%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $34.55M
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$153.22
-2.54%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $128.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 3291% more annual revenue ($9.89B vs $291.76M). PANW leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 0.5%. PANW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
KPLT
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
PANW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KPLT.
Margin of Safety
-81.9%
Fair Value
$84.24
Current Price
$153.22
$68.98 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
17.3% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.5% margin — thin
ROE of -3.4% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 18.4%
Trading at 11.5x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KPLT
The strongest argument for KPLT centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.3% 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 : KPLT
The primary concerns for KPLT are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Return on Equity. Thin 0.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PANW
The primary concerns for PANW are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 87.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KPLT profiles as a growth stock while PANW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
KPLT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
KPLT is growing revenue faster at 17.3% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (470M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PANW scores higher overall (58/100 vs 34/100) and 14.9% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Katapult Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Katapult Group, Inc., doing business as Zibby, develops and operates a monthly lease-to-own payment platform to help consumers purchase durable goods from retailers in the United States. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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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