Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)vsTrimble Inc (TRMB)
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$330.65
-2.32%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $270.47B
TRMB
Trimble Inc
$57.66
+1.44%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $13.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 203% more annual revenue ($11.48B vs $3.78B). PANW leads profitability with a 2.7% profit margin vs -2.8%. TRMB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.40. TRMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
PANW
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
TRMB
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.1%
Fair Value
$501.81
Current Price
$330.65
$171.16 discount
Margin of Safety
+10.8%
Fair Value
$73.01
Current Price
$57.66
$15.35 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 34.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 60.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 55.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.8x book value
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -2.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PANW
The strongest argument for PANW centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 34.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TRMB
The strongest argument for TRMB centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.40 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : PANW
The primary concerns for PANW are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 295.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TRMB
The primary concerns for TRMB are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PANW profiles as a hypergrowth stock while TRMB is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRMB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — expect wider price swings.
PANW is growing revenue faster at 34.4% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (788M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TRMB scores higher overall (59/100 vs 51/100) and 11.0% revenue growth. PANW offers better value entry with a 34.1% 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.
Trimble Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SCIENTIFIC & TECHNICAL INSTRUMENTS · USA
Trimble Inc. is a Sunnyvale, California-based hardware, software and services technology company. Trimble services global industries in Agriculture, Building & Construction, Geospatial, Natural Resources and Utilities, Governments, Transportation and others. Trimble also does hardware development of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receivers, scanners, laser rangefinders, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), inertial navigation systems and software processing tools.
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