Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)vsPAR Technology Corporation (PAR)
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$330.65
-2.32%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $270.47B
PAR
PAR Technology Corporation
$18.00
+2.16%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $730.47M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 2211% more annual revenue ($11.48B vs $496.67M). PANW leads profitability with a 2.7% profit margin vs -14.5%. PAR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. PAR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
PANW
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
PAR
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.1%
Fair Value
$501.81
Current Price
$330.65
$171.16 discount
Margin of Safety
-29.2%
Fair Value
$16.78
Current Price
$18.00
$1.22 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 34.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
18.7% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.8x book value
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.7% margin — thin
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -8.9% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PANW
The strongest argument for PANW centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 34.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PAR
The strongest argument for PAR centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.77 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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.
Bear Case : PAR
The primary concerns for PAR are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PANW profiles as a hypergrowth stock while PAR is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PAR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — 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
PAR scores higher overall (52/100 vs 51/100) and 18.7% revenue growth. 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.
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.
PAR Technology Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
PAR Technology Corporation provides point of sale (POS) solutions to the restaurant and retail industries globally. The company is headquartered in New Hartford, New York.
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