Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsNXP Semiconductors NV (NXPI)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$153.22
+2.16%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $113.60B
NXPI
NXP Semiconductors NV
$240.98
-7.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $70.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NXP Semiconductors NV generates 77% more annual revenue ($12.62B vs $7.11B). FTNT leads profitability with a 27.5% profit margin vs 21.0%. NXPI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.69. NXPI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
FTNT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
NXPI
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
$153.22
$109.65 discount
Margin of Safety
-54.1%
Fair Value
$156.42
Current Price
$240.98
$84.56 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
Earnings expanding 130.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 27.7%
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 113.5x book value
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : NXPI
The strongest argument for NXPI centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.0% and operating margin at 27.7%. Revenue growth of 12.2% 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 : NXPI
The primary concerns for NXPI are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTNT profiles as a growth stock while NXPI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NXPI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.80 — expect wider price swings.
FTNT is growing revenue faster at 20.1% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NXPI scores higher overall (76/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 21.0% margins and 12.2% 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.
NXP Semiconductors NV
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
NXP Semiconductors N.V. is a Dutch semiconductor manufacturer with headquarters in Eindhoven, Netherlands.
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