Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsVistance Networks, Inc. (VISN)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$156.07
-1.75%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $114.51B
VISN
Vistance Networks, Inc.
$6.48
+1.25%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortinet Inc generates 278% more annual revenue ($7.53B vs $1.99B). VISN leads profitability with a 365.4% 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
VISN
Buy62
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VISN.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 365 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 1697.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 74.0x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.4%
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 : VISN
The strongest argument for VISN centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 365.4% and operating margin at 2.2%.
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 : VISN
The primary concerns for VISN are Market Cap, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTNT profiles as a growth stock while VISN is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
VISN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.92 — 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.
Bottom Line
FTNT scores higher overall (73/100 vs 62/100), 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.
Vistance Networks, Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Gyroscope Therapeutics Holdings plc, a clinical-stage gene therapy company, develops gene therapy products to treat patients with eye diseases. The company is headquartered in Stevenage, the United Kingdom.
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