Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsScience Applications International Corporation Common Stock (SAIC)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$128.11
+1.51%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $99.98B
SAIC
Science Applications International Corporation Common Stock
$151.59
-0.86%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $6.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortinet Inc generates 6% more annual revenue ($7.88B vs $7.40B). FTNT leads profitability with a 29.0% profit margin vs 5.1%. 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+
SAIC
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+52.5%
Fair Value
$286.50
Current Price
$128.11
$158.39 discount
Margin of Safety
+15.6%
Fair Value
$97.44
Current Price
$151.59
$54.15 discount
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
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 41.9x book value
5.1% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 12.2%
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 : SAIC
The strongest argument for SAIC centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio.
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 : SAIC
The primary concerns for SAIC are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.88 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTNT profiles as a growth stock while SAIC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FTNT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
FTNT is growing revenue faster at 20.5% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (966M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FTNT scores higher overall (75/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 29.0% margins and 20.5% revenue growth. SAIC offers better value entry with a 15.6% margin of safety. 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.
Science Applications International Corporation Common Stock
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Science Applications International Corporation provides technical, engineering and business information technology (IT) services primarily in the United States. The company is headquartered in Reston, Virginia.
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