Ouster, Inc. Common Stock (OUST)vsPalo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)
OUST
Ouster, Inc. Common Stock
$39.68
-15.74%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.53B
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$272.05
+2.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $231.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 5623% more annual revenue ($10.61B vs $185.33M). PANW leads profitability with a 8.0% profit margin vs -30.1%. PANW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
OUST
Avoid27
out of 100
Grade: F
PANW
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+25.3%
Fair Value
$25.29
Current Price
$39.68
$14.39 discount
Margin of Safety
+40.6%
Fair Value
$471.49
Current Price
$272.05
$199.44 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 48.9% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 31.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Trading at 9.1x book value
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of -20.3% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
ROE of 3.0% — below average capital efficiency
8.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OUST
The strongest argument for OUST centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 48.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PANW
The strongest argument for PANW centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 31.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : OUST
The primary concerns for OUST are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PANW
The primary concerns for PANW are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 247.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OUST carries more volatility with a beta of 3.24 — expect wider price swings.
OUST is growing revenue faster at 48.9% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (788M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
PANW scores higher overall (47/100 vs 27/100) and 31.1% revenue growth. OUST offers better value entry with a 25.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Ouster, Inc. Common Stock
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Ouster, Inc. designs and manufactures digital lidar sensors for the industrial automation, intelligent infrastructure, robotics and automotive markets. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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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