CoreWeave, Inc. Class A Common Stock (CRWV)vsPalo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)
CRWV
CoreWeave, Inc. Class A Common Stock
$100.39
+2.38%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $58.22B
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$272.05
+2.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $231.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 70% more annual revenue ($10.61B vs $6.23B). PANW leads profitability with a 8.0% profit margin vs -25.6%. PANW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
CRWV
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
PANW
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CRWV.
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
Revenue surging 111.6% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
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
Trading at 11.2x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -33.5% — below average capital efficiency
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 : CRWV
The strongest argument for CRWV centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 111.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : CRWV
The primary concerns for CRWV are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
CRWV is growing revenue faster at 111.6% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (788M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
PANW scores higher overall (47/100 vs 30/100) and 31.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
CoreWeave, Inc. Class A Common Stock
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
CoreWeave, Inc. operates a cloud platform that provides scaling, support, and acceleration for GenAI. The company is headquartered in Livingston, New Jersey.
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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