Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsNVE Corporation (NVEC)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$154.25
+0.67%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $113.60B
NVEC
NVE Corporation
$114.82
+2.28%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $564.06M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortinet Inc generates 22643% more annual revenue ($7.11B vs $31.26M). NVEC leads profitability with a 57.6% profit margin vs 27.5%. NVEC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.84. NVEC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
FTNT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
NVEC
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.0%
Fair Value
$262.87
Current Price
$154.25
$108.62 discount
Margin of Safety
-13.0%
Fair Value
$59.86
Current Price
$114.82
$54.96 premium
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
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Keeps 58 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 65.8%
Revenue surging 80.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 78.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 114.3x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.5x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
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 : NVEC
The strongest argument for NVEC centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 57.6% and operating margin at 65.8%. Revenue growth of 80.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FTNT
The primary concerns for FTNT are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 61.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : NVEC
The primary concerns for NVEC are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NVEC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
NVEC is growing revenue faster at 80.7% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
NVEC scores higher overall (76/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 57.6% margins and 80.7% revenue growth. FTNT offers better value entry with a 43.0% margin of safety. 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.
NVE Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
NVE Corporation develops and sells devices that use spintronics, a nanotechnology that relies on the spin of the electron to acquire, store, and transmit information in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.
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