Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsRambus Inc (RMBS)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$156.07
-1.75%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $114.51B
RMBS
Rambus Inc
$86.97
+1.90%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $9.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortinet Inc generates 895% more annual revenue ($7.53B vs $756.33M). RMBS leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs 28.2%. FTNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.74. FTNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
FTNT
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
RMBS
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.5%
Fair Value
$276.16
Current Price
$156.07
$120.09 discount
Margin of Safety
-82.3%
Fair Value
$54.53
Current Price
$86.97
$32.44 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 137 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 25.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 43.9% YoY
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.7%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 74.0x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 28.2% and operating margin at 33.6%. Revenue growth of 25.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RMBS
The strongest argument for RMBS centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 36.7%. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FTNT
The primary concerns for FTNT are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 56.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : RMBS
The primary concerns for RMBS are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RMBS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.87 — expect wider price swings.
FTNT is growing revenue faster at 25.6% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (966M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
FTNT scores higher overall (73/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 28.2% margins and 25.6% revenue growth. 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.
Rambus Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Rambus Inc. offers semiconductor products in the United States, Taiwan, South Korea, Japan, Europe, Canada, Singapore, Asia, and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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