Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)vsSolarEdge Technologies Inc (SEDG)
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$330.65
+13.09%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $270.47B
SEDG
SolarEdge Technologies Inc
$34.68
-5.63%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 762% more annual revenue ($11.48B vs $1.33B). PANW leads profitability with a 2.7% profit margin vs -20.3%. PANW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.73. PANW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
PANW
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
SEDG
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.1%
Fair Value
$501.81
Current Price
$330.65
$171.16 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SEDG.
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
Earnings expanding 660.0% YoY
19.6% 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
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -88.7% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
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 : SEDG
The strongest argument for SEDG centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : SEDG
The primary concerns for SEDG are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PANW profiles as a hypergrowth stock while SEDG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SEDG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — 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
PANW scores higher overall (51/100 vs 43/100) and 34.4% revenue growth. 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.
SolarEdge Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOLAR · USA
SolarEdge Technologies, Inc. designs, develops and sells optimized direct current (DC) inverter systems for solar photovoltaic (PV) installations worldwide. The company is headquartered in Herzliya, Israel.
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