Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsHumana Inc (HUM)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$149.67
-3.25%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $109.06B
HUM
Humana Inc
$350.08
+0.08%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $36.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Humana Inc generates 1830% more annual revenue ($137.20B vs $7.11B). FTNT leads profitability with a 27.5% profit margin vs 0.8%. HUM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.73. FTNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
FTNT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
HUM
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.4%
Fair Value
$265.15
Current Price
$149.67
$115.48 discount
Margin of Safety
+23.9%
Fair Value
$404.43
Current Price
$350.08
$54.35 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 197 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 20.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 28.6% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.5% year-over-year
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 110.9x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
0.8% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FTNT
The strongest argument for FTNT centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.5% and operating margin at 31.3%. Revenue growth of 20.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HUM
The strongest argument for HUM centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FTNT
The primary concerns for FTNT are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 57.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : HUM
The primary concerns for HUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity. Thin 0.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTNT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
HUM is growing revenue faster at 23.5% — sustainability is the question.
HUM generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
FTNT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 27.5% margins and 20.1% revenue growth. HUM offers better value entry with a 23.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Fortinet Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Fortinet (Nasdaq: FTNT) is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. It develops and sells cybersecurity solutions, including but not limited to physical products such as firewalls, plus software and services such as anti-virus protection, intrusion prevention systems and endpoint security components.
Humana Inc
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Humana Inc. is a for-profit American health insurance company based in Louisville, Kentucky.
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