Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsMACOM Technology Solutions Holdings Inc (MTSI)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$118.84
-3.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $99.98B
MTSI
MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings Inc
$210.98
+10.84%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $19.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortinet Inc generates 577% more annual revenue ($7.88B vs $1.16B). FTNT leads profitability with a 29.0% profit margin vs 20.7%. FTNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.50. FTNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
FTNT
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
MTSI
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+52.5%
Fair Value
$286.50
Current Price
$118.84
$167.66 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MTSI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 137 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 20.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 38.7% YoY
Revenue surging 35.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 166.7% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 23.3%
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 38.8x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.5x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 29.0% and operating margin at 33.8%. Revenue growth of 20.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MTSI
The strongest argument for MTSI centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.7% and operating margin at 23.3%. Revenue growth of 35.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FTNT
The primary concerns for FTNT are Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 44.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MTSI
The primary concerns for MTSI are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 83.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MTSI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.76 — expect wider price swings.
MTSI is growing revenue faster at 35.8% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (966M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FTNT scores higher overall (75/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 29.0% margins and 20.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc. designs and manufactures analog semiconductor solutions for use in wired and wireless applications in the radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave and light wave spectrum in the United States, China, Asia Pacific and internationally. . . The company is headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts.
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