N-Able Inc (NABL)vsPalo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)
NABL
N-Able Inc
$3.84
-4.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $727.29M
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$363.58
-3.06%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $270.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 2052% more annual revenue ($11.48B vs $533.41M). PANW leads profitability with a 2.7% profit margin vs -1.0%. PANW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
NABL
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
PANW
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.1%
Fair Value
$8.25
Current Price
$3.84
$4.41 discount
Margin of Safety
+27.4%
Fair Value
$500.75
Current Price
$363.58
$137.17 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 34.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -0.6% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 87.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.8x book value
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.7% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NABL
The strongest argument for NABL centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : PANW
The strongest argument for PANW centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 34.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NABL
The primary concerns for NABL are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PANW
The primary concerns for PANW are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 295.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NABL profiles as a turnaround stock while PANW is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PANW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
PANW is growing revenue faster at 34.4% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PANW scores higher overall (51/100 vs 42/100) and 34.4% revenue growth. NABL offers better value entry with a 34.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" 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.
N-Able Inc
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
N-able Inc. (NABL) is a leading player in the managed services industry, delivering innovative cloud-based software solutions tailored for managed service providers (MSPs). The company's comprehensive platform optimizes IT management and security, enabling MSPs to enhance operational efficiency and service quality in response to growing cybersecurity and remote monitoring needs. With a commitment to continuous innovation and strategic growth initiatives, N-able is ideally positioned for significant expansion, making it a compelling investment opportunity for institutional investors targeting technology-driven sectors.
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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