Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)vsTransAct Technologies Incorporated (TACT)
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$196.53
+7.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $146.86B
TACT
TransAct Technologies Incorporated
$3.49
0.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $35.86M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 19118% more annual revenue ($9.89B vs $51.48M). PANW leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs -2.4%. TACT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.75. TACT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
PANW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
TACT
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+56.7%
Fair Value
$454.04
Current Price
$196.53
$257.51 discount
Margin of Safety
+61.5%
Fair Value
$9.31
Current Price
$3.49
$5.82 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 80.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Trading at 14.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -4.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Operating margin of -10.1%
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 : TACT
The strongest argument for TACT centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 11.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.75 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 101.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TACT
The primary concerns for TACT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PANW profiles as a value stock while TACT is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
TACT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
PANW is growing revenue faster at 14.9% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (470M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TACT scores higher overall (57/100 vs 56/100) and 11.9% revenue growth. PANW offers better value entry with a 56.7% 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.
TransAct Technologies Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
TransAct Technologies Incorporated designs, develops and markets specialized and transaction-based printers and terminals in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Hamden, Connecticut.
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