PagSeguro Digital Ltd (PAGS)vsPalo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)
PAGS
PagSeguro Digital Ltd
$9.84
+3.14%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.60B
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$314.15
+3.67%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $273.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PagSeguro Digital Ltd generates 87% more annual revenue ($19.81B vs $10.61B). PAGS leads profitability with a 10.8% profit margin vs 8.0%. PAGS trades at a lower P/E of 6.4x. PAGS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
PAGS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
PANW
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PAGS.
Margin of Safety
+32.8%
Fair Value
$467.52
Current Price
$314.15
$153.37 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 37.3%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 31.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
1.5% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 9.2x book value
ROE of 3.0% — below average capital efficiency
8.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PAGS
The strongest argument for PAGS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : PANW
The strongest argument for PANW centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 31.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PAGS
The primary concerns for PAGS are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.19 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PANW
The primary concerns for PANW are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 294.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PAGS profiles as a value stock while PANW is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PAGS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
PANW is growing revenue faster at 31.1% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (788M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PAGS scores higher overall (67/100 vs 47/100). PANW offers better value entry with a 32.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
PagSeguro Digital Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
PagSeguro Digital Ltd., provides financial technology solutions and services for consumers, individual entrepreneurs, micro-merchants, and small and medium-sized companies in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
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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