Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsSemtech Corporation (SMTC)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$128.11
+1.51%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $99.98B
SMTC
Semtech Corporation
$127.42
+4.12%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $13.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortinet Inc generates 571% more annual revenue ($7.88B vs $1.17B). FTNT leads profitability with a 29.0% profit margin vs 13.1%. 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+
SMTC
Buy60
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SMTC.
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 32.7% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Earnings expanding 22.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 41.9x book value
Trading at 15.9x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : SMTC
The strongest argument for SMTC centers on Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 32.7% 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 : SMTC
The primary concerns for SMTC are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 97.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SMTC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.42 — expect wider price swings.
SMTC is growing revenue faster at 32.7% — 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 (75/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 29.0% margins and 20.5% 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.
Semtech Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Semtech Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, and markets mixed-signal and analog semiconductor products and advanced algorithms. The company is headquartered in Camarillo, California.
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