Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)vsZeta Global Holdings Corp (ZETA)
PANW
Palo Alto Networks Inc
$363.58
-3.06%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $270.47B
ZETA
Zeta Global Holdings Corp
$30.23
-0.46%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $7.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Palo Alto Networks Inc generates 631% more annual revenue ($11.48B vs $1.57B). PANW leads profitability with a 2.7% profit margin vs -0.1%. ZETA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. PANW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
PANW
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
ZETA
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+27.4%
Fair Value
$500.75
Current Price
$363.58
$137.17 discount
Margin of Safety
-60.8%
Fair Value
$18.88
Current Price
$30.23
$11.35 premium
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
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 43.5% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.8x book value
ROE of 1.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.7% margin — thin
Trading at 8.2x book value
Operating margin of 3.8%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -2.6% — below average capital efficiency
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 : ZETA
The strongest argument for ZETA centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 43.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.94 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 : ZETA
The primary concerns for ZETA are Price/Book, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ZETA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — expect wider price swings.
ZETA is growing revenue faster at 43.5% — sustainability is the question.
PANW generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
PANW scores higher overall (51/100 vs 41/100) and 34.4% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
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.
Zeta Global Holdings Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Zeta Global Holdings Corp. (Ticker: ZETA) is a U.S. technology company that operates an AI-powered, data-driven marketing cloud platform designed to help enterprises understand, acquire, grow, and retain customers. Its software combines consumer intelligence with marketing automation tools—using advanced analytics and machine learning to deliver personalized campaigns across channels like email, social media, web, video, and more. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, it serves clients across various industries and is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker ZETA.
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