NCR Atleos Corporation (NATL)vsPalo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)
NATL
NCR Atleos Corporation
$46.62
+0.80%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.36B
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$330.65
-2.32%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $270.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 160% more annual revenue ($11.48B vs $4.42B). NATL leads profitability with a 4.4% profit margin vs 2.7%. NATL trades at a lower P/E of 17.6x. NATL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
NATL
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
PANW
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NATL.
Margin of Safety
+34.1%
Fair Value
$501.81
Current Price
$330.65
$171.16 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Earnings expanding 65.4% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 34.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
0.1% revenue growth
4.4% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.8x book value
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.7% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NATL
The strongest argument for NATL centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, P/E Ratio.
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 : NATL
The primary concerns for NATL are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 6.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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
NATL profiles as a value 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 (788M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NATL scores higher overall (58/100 vs 51/100). PANW offers better value entry with a 34.1% margin of safety. 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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