BlackBerry Ltd (BB)vsPalo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)
BB
BlackBerry Ltd
$3.29
+1.86%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.94B
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$153.22
-2.54%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $128.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 1750% more annual revenue ($9.89B vs $534.80M). PANW leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 4.0%. BB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.71. PANW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
BB
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
PANW
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-1192.6%
Fair Value
$0.27
Current Price
$3.29
$3.02 premium
Margin of Safety
-81.9%
Fair Value
$84.24
Current Price
$153.22
$68.98 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Trading at 11.5x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BB
The strongest argument for BB centers on Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : PANW
The strongest argument for PANW centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 14.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BB
The primary concerns for BB are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. A P/E of 82.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — 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.
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Bottom Line
PANW scores higher overall (58/100 vs 36/100) 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.
BlackBerry Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
BlackBerry Limited provides intelligent security software and services to businesses and governments around the world. The company is headquartered in Waterloo, Canada.
Visit Website →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.
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