NCR Atleos Corporation (NATL)vsPalo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)
NATL
NCR Atleos Corporation
$44.47
+0.07%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.28B
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$179.32
-1.22%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $145.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 127% more annual revenue ($9.89B vs $4.35B). PANW leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 3.7%. NATL trades at a lower P/E of 20.8x. NATL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
NATL
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
PANW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+84.9%
Fair Value
$273.34
Current Price
$44.47
$228.87 discount
Margin of Safety
+60.8%
Fair Value
$457.02
Current Price
$179.32
$277.70 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 52 in profit
Earnings expanding 97.5% YoY
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.1x book value
4.0% revenue growth
3.7% margin — thin
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 13.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NATL
The strongest argument for NATL centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : PANW
The strongest argument for PANW centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 14.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NATL
The primary concerns for NATL are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PANW
The primary concerns for PANW are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 100.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NATL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.78 — expect wider price swings.
PANW is growing revenue faster at 14.9% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (470M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
NATL scores higher overall (58/100 vs 56/100). PANW offers better value entry with a 60.8% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
NCR Atleos Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
NCR ATMCo, LLC is a financial technology company in the United States, rest of Americas, the United Kingdom, rest of Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific.
Visit Website →Palo Alto Networks Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Palo Alto Networks, Inc. provides cybersecurity platform solutions globally. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
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