Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsRigetti Computing Inc (RGTI)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$118.84
-3.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $99.98B
RGTI
Rigetti Computing Inc
$11.75
+19.29%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortinet Inc generates 58920% more annual revenue ($7.88B vs $13.35M). FTNT leads profitability with a 29.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. FTNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
FTNT
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
RGTI
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+52.5%
Fair Value
$286.50
Current Price
$118.84
$167.66 discount
Margin of Safety
-9.0%
Fair Value
$11.06
Current Price
$11.75
$0.69 premium
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 185.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 38.8x book value
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -38.7% — below average capital efficiency
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 : RGTI
The strongest argument for RGTI centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 185.3% 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 : RGTI
The primary concerns for RGTI are EPS Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTNT profiles as a growth stock while RGTI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RGTI carries more volatility with a beta of 2.03 — expect wider price swings.
RGTI is growing revenue faster at 185.3% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (966M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FTNT scores higher overall (75/100 vs 30/100), backed by strong 29.0% margins and 20.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" 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.
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.
Rigetti Computing Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Rigetti Computing Inc. (RGTI) is at the forefront of the quantum computing revolution, committed to democratizing access to groundbreaking quantum technologies across a variety of industries, including finance, pharmaceuticals, and logistics. With a portfolio that includes cutting-edge quantum processors and a sophisticated cloud platform, Rigetti enables organizations to integrate quantum algorithms with existing computing infrastructures, significantly enhancing their computational abilities. The company's robust focus on research and development ensures its continued leadership in the sector, positioning Rigetti to play a pivotal role in the advancement of high-performance computing solutions for a diverse range of applications.
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