Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)vsPattern Group Inc. Series A Common Stock (PTRN)
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$207.88
+5.78%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $159.39B
PTRN
Pattern Group Inc. Series A Common Stock
$15.92
-6.08%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 262% more annual revenue ($9.89B vs $2.73B). PANW leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 0.8%. PANW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
PANW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
PTRN
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+56.7%
Fair Value
$454.04
Current Price
$207.88
$246.16 discount
Margin of Safety
+87.1%
Fair Value
$81.60
Current Price
$15.92
$65.68 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 43.2% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 4.5% — below average capital efficiency
0.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 2.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PANW
The strongest argument for PANW centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 14.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PTRN
The strongest argument for PTRN centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 43.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PANW
The primary concerns for PANW are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 109.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : PTRN
The primary concerns for PTRN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 0.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PANW profiles as a value stock while PTRN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PTRN is growing revenue faster at 43.2% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (470M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
PANW scores higher overall (56/100 vs 40/100) and 14.9% revenue growth. PTRN offers better value entry with a 87.1% 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.
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.
Pattern Group Inc. Series A Common Stock
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Pattern Group Inc. operates online marketplaces that sell various consumer products. The company is headquartered in Lehi, Utah.
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