Box Inc (BOX)vsPalo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)
BOX
Box Inc
$25.72
+0.12%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.56B
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$207.88
+5.78%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $159.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 1363% more annual revenue ($9.89B vs $676.39M). PANW leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs -19.8%. BOX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.51. PANW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
BOX
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
PANW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+4.6%
Fair Value
$24.45
Current Price
$25.72
$1.27 discount
Margin of Safety
+54.1%
Fair Value
$452.64
Current Price
$207.88
$244.76 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 183.7x book value
ROE of -576.0% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 15.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BOX
The strongest argument for BOX centers on PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 13.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.51 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : BOX
The primary concerns for BOX are Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 44.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.48 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BOX profiles as a turnaround stock while PANW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BOX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — 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
PANW scores higher overall (56/100 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.
Box Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Box, Inc. provides a cloud content management platform that enables organizations of various sizes to manage and share their content from anywhere and on any device. The company is headquartered in Redwood City, California.
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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