Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsSanmina Corporation (SANM)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$156.07
-1.75%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $114.51B
SANM
Sanmina Corporation
$216.00
+6.24%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $10.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sanmina Corporation generates 70% more annual revenue ($12.76B vs $7.53B). FTNT leads profitability with a 28.2% profit margin vs 2.4%. SANM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.67. FTNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
FTNT
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
SANM
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+43.5%
Fair Value
$276.16
Current Price
$156.07
$120.09 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SANM.
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
Revenue surging 69.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 68.3% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Grey zone — moderate risk
2.4% margin — thin
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 : SANM
The strongest argument for SANM centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 69.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.67 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : SANM
The primary concerns for SANM are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Thin 2.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTNT profiles as a growth stock while SANM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SANM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.60 — expect wider price swings.
SANM is growing revenue faster at 69.7% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (966M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FTNT scores higher overall (73/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 28.2% margins and 25.6% revenue growth. 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.
Sanmina Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Sanmina Corporation offers integrated solutions for manufacturing, components, products and repair, logistics and after-sales services globally. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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