NCR Atleos Corporation (NATL)vsPalo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)
NATL
NCR Atleos Corporation
$44.15
-0.14%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.27B
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$272.05
+1.76%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $241.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 124% more annual revenue ($9.89B vs $4.42B). PANW leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 3.9%. NATL trades at a lower P/E of 19.8x. PANW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
NATL
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
PANW
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NATL.
Margin of Safety
+39.7%
Fair Value
$441.96
Current Price
$272.05
$169.91 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Earnings expanding 52.6% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.2x book value
3.9% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 3.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NATL
The strongest argument for NATL centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : PANW
The strongest argument for PANW centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 14.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NATL
The primary concerns for NATL are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Free Cash Flow. Thin 3.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PANW
The primary concerns for PANW are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 256.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PANW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.77 — expect wider price swings.
PANW is growing revenue faster at 14.9% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (788M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
PANW scores higher overall (57/100 vs 56/100) and 14.9% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
NCR Atleos Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
NCR ATMCo, LLC is a financial technology company in the United States, rest of Americas, the United Kingdom, rest of Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific.
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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