Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsVivoPower PLC (VIVO)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$136.08
-2.17%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $99.98B
VIVO
VivoPower PLC
$2.36
-9.42%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $78.38M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortinet Inc generates 12919408% more annual revenue ($7.88B vs $61,000). FTNT leads profitability with a 29.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. FTNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
FTNT
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
VIVO
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
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 VIVO.
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
Strong operational efficiency at 593000.0%
Revenue surging 47.6% year-over-year
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
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.0% 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 29.0% and operating margin at 33.8%. Revenue growth of 20.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VIVO
The strongest argument for VIVO centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 47.6% 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 : VIVO
The primary concerns for VIVO are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTNT profiles as a growth stock while VIVO is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FTNT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
VIVO is growing revenue faster at 47.6% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (966M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FTNT scores higher overall (75/100 vs 36/100), backed by strong 29.0% margins and 20.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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.
VivoPower PLC
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Meridian Bioscience, Inc., a life sciences company, develops, manufactures, distributes and sells diagnostic test kits primarily for gastrointestinal and respiratory infectious diseases and elevated blood lead levels worldwide. The company is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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