Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsSuper Micro Computer Inc (SMCI)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$136.08
-2.17%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $99.98B
SMCI
Super Micro Computer Inc
$32.95
-4.30%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $23.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Super Micro Computer Inc generates 396% more annual revenue ($39.06B vs $7.88B). FTNT leads profitability with a 29.0% profit margin vs 5.7%. SMCI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.91. SMCI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (B+).
FTNT
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
SMCI
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+52.5%
Fair Value
$286.50
Current Price
$136.08
$150.42 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SMCI.
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 93.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 434.7% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 44.5x book value
5.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
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 : SMCI
The strongest argument for SMCI centers on P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 93.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.91 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : SMCI
The primary concerns for SMCI are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTNT profiles as a growth stock while SMCI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SMCI carries more volatility with a beta of 2.01 — expect wider price swings.
SMCI is growing revenue faster at 93.2% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (966M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SMCI scores higher overall (80/100 vs 75/100) and 93.2% revenue growth. FTNT offers better value entry with a 52.5% 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.
Super Micro Computer Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Super Micro Computer, Inc. develops and manufactures high-performance server and storage solutions based on an open, modular architecture. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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