Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsYext Inc (YEXT)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$149.67
+2.18%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $109.06B
YEXT
Yext Inc
$3.89
-1.77%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $459.51M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortinet Inc generates 1492% more annual revenue ($7.11B vs $446.58M). FTNT leads profitability with a 27.5% profit margin vs 8.5%. FTNT trades at a lower P/E of 57.7x. FTNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
FTNT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
YEXT
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+45.4%
Fair Value
$265.15
Current Price
$149.67
$115.48 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for YEXT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 197 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 20.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 28.6% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 162 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 110.9x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 1.0%
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 27.5% and operating margin at 31.3%. Revenue growth of 20.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : YEXT
The strongest argument for YEXT centers on Return on Equity, Price/Book.
Bear Case : FTNT
The primary concerns for FTNT are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 57.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : YEXT
The primary concerns for YEXT are EPS Growth, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 65.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 9.18 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FTNT profiles as a growth stock while YEXT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
YEXT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
FTNT is growing revenue faster at 20.1% — sustainability is the question.
FTNT generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FTNT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 27.5% margins and 20.1% 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.
Yext Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Yext Inc. is a market leader in digital knowledge management, dedicated to enhancing online visibility and customer engagement for businesses across diverse sectors. Utilizing cutting-edge artificial intelligence and natural language processing, Yext delivers robust local search engine optimization solutions while maintaining real-time data accuracy to support brand consistency. As companies increasingly confront the challenges of the digital landscape, Yext positions itself as an essential ally, improving customer experiences and facilitating impactful interactions across various digital channels.
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