Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$207.88
+5.78%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $159.39B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$151.95
-3.37%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $43.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 17% more annual revenue ($9.89B vs $8.49B). YUM leads profitability with a 20.5% profit margin vs 13.0%. YUM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.93. YUM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
PANW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
YUM
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
-76.3%
Fair Value
$90.20
Current Price
$151.95
$61.75 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
Strong operational efficiency at 31.0%
Earnings expanding 72.2% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
15.2% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
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 : YUM
The strongest argument for YUM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.5% and operating margin at 31.0%. Revenue growth of 15.2% 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 : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PANW profiles as a value stock while YUM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PANW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.77 — expect wider price swings.
YUM is growing revenue faster at 15.2% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (470M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
YUM scores higher overall (65/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 20.5% margins and 15.2% 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.
Yum! Brands Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Yum! Brands, Inc. is an American fast food corporation listed on the Fortune 1000. Yum! operates the brands KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, The Habit Burger Grill, and WingStreet worldwide, except in China, where the brands are operated by a separate company, Yum China.
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