Cigna Corp (CI)vsPalo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)
CI
Cigna Corp
$289.48
-2.04%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $77.73B
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$272.05
+2.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $231.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cigna Corp generates 2520% more annual revenue ($277.89B vs $10.61B). PANW leads profitability with a 8.0% profit margin vs 2.3%. CI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.88. CI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
CI
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
PANW
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+57.1%
Fair Value
$680.85
Current Price
$289.48
$391.37 discount
Margin of Safety
+40.6%
Fair Value
$471.49
Current Price
$272.05
$199.44 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 29.1% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 31.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
4.6% revenue growth
2.3% margin — thin
ROE of 3.0% — below average capital efficiency
8.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CI
The strongest argument for CI centers on P/E Ratio, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.88 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PANW
The strongest argument for PANW centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 31.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CI
The primary concerns for CI are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Thin 2.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PANW
The primary concerns for PANW are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 247.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CI profiles as a value stock while PANW is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PANW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
PANW is growing revenue faster at 31.1% — sustainability is the question.
CI generates stronger free cash flow (864M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CI scores higher overall (68/100 vs 47/100). PANW offers better value entry with a 40.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Cigna Corp
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Cigna is an American multinational managed healthcare and insurance company based in Bloomfield, Connecticut. Its insurance subsidiaries are major providers of medical, dental, disability, life and accident insurance and related products and services, the majority of which are offered through employers and other groups (e.g. governmental and non-governmental organizations, unions and associations).
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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