Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)vsTeradata Corp (TDC)
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$314.67
-0.26%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $299.44B
TDC
Teradata Corp
$31.81
-2.78%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 579% more annual revenue ($11.48B vs $1.69B). TDC leads profitability with a 27.1% profit margin vs 2.7%. PANW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.87. TDC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
PANW
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
TDC
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+26.6%
Fair Value
$498.68
Current Price
$314.67
$184.01 discount
Margin of Safety
-45.0%
Fair Value
$26.13
Current Price
$31.81
$5.68 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 34.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Earnings expanding 433.3% YoY
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.3x book value
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.7% margin — thin
0.5% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PANW
The strongest argument for PANW centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 34.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TDC
The strongest argument for TDC centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.1% and operating margin at 11.9%.
Bear Case : PANW
The primary concerns for PANW are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 914.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TDC
The primary concerns for TDC are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PANW profiles as a hypergrowth stock while TDC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PANW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
PANW is growing revenue faster at 34.5% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TDC scores higher overall (63/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 27.1% margins. PANW offers better value entry with a 26.6% 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.
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.
Teradata Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Teradata Corporation is a provider of hybrid cloud analytics software. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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