Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)vsSTMicroelectronics NV ADR (STM)
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$179.32
-1.22%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $145.43B
STM
STMicroelectronics NV ADR
$55.14
+4.69%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $46.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
STMicroelectronics NV ADR generates 25% more annual revenue ($12.38B vs $9.89B). PANW leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 1.2%. STM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.52. PANW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
PANW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
STM
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.8%
Fair Value
$457.02
Current Price
$179.32
$277.70 discount
Margin of Safety
-32.3%
Fair Value
$26.42
Current Price
$55.14
$28.72 premium
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 13.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 0.9% — below average capital efficiency
1.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.4%
Weak financial health signals
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 : STM
The strongest argument for STM centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.52 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PANW
The primary concerns for PANW are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 100.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : STM
The primary concerns for STM are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 329.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PANW profiles as a value stock while STM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
STM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
STM is growing revenue faster at 23.0% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (470M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PANW scores higher overall (56/100 vs 45/100) and 14.9% 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.
STMicroelectronics NV ADR
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
STMicroelectronics NV designs, develops, manufactures and markets semiconductor products in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
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