Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)vsToast Inc (TOST)
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$153.22
-2.54%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $128.28B
TOST
Toast Inc
$26.81
+0.75%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $15.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 61% more annual revenue ($9.89B vs $6.15B). PANW leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 5.6%. TOST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.24. TOST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
PANW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
TOST
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-81.9%
Fair Value
$84.24
Current Price
$153.22
$68.98 premium
Margin of Safety
-6.9%
Fair Value
$26.21
Current Price
$26.81
$0.60 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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 22.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 11.5x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.3% earnings growth
5.6% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : TOST
The strongest argument for TOST centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 22.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.24 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 87.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TOST
The primary concerns for TOST are EPS Growth, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 47.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PANW profiles as a value stock while TOST is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TOST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.95 — expect wider price swings.
TOST is growing revenue faster at 22.0% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (470M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TOST scores higher overall (65/100 vs 58/100) and 22.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Toast Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Toast, Inc. operates a cloud-based technology platform for the restaurant industry in the United States and Ireland. The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
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