NetScout Systems Inc (NTCT) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
NetScout Systems Inc stock (NTCT) is currently trading at $32.30. NetScout Systems Inc PE ratio is 24.29. NetScout Systems Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 2.71. Analyst consensus price target for NTCT is $30.42. WallStSmart rates NTCT as Hold.
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- NetScout Systems Inc financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- NTCT Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- NTCT analyst price target and Smart Rating
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NTCT Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · NetScout Systems Inc (NTCT)
NTCT appears undervalued based on the Graham Formula, trading 18% below its estimated fair value of $34.37.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
NetScout Systems Inc (NTCT) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in operating margin, price/book, institutional own.. Concerns around return on equity and revenue growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
NetScout Systems Inc (NTCT) Key Strengths (4)
96.37% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Strong operational efficiency: $26 kept per $100 revenue
Trading at 1.32x book value, attractively priced
Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability
Supporting Valuation Data
NetScout Systems Inc (NTCT) Areas to Watch (6)
Revenue declining -0.50%, a shrinking business
Low profitability relative to shareholder equity
Growth is fairly priced, not cheap, not expensive
Revenue is fairly priced at 2.71x sales
Solid earnings growth at 11.90%
Decent profitability, keeps $11 per $100 revenue
NetScout Systems Inc (NTCT) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 59/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 8.3/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 4.5/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Institutional Own., Operating Margin, Price/Book. Valuation metrics including Price/Book (1.32) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 25.70%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.64), Price/Sales (2.71) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -0.50%, EPS Growth at 11.90%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 6.07%, Profit Margin at 11.10%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 6.07% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -0.50% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Institutional Own., Operating Margin) and negatives (Revenue Growth, Return on Equity). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
NTCT Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
NTCT's Price-to-Sales ratio of 2.71x trades 42% below its historical average of 4.69x (27th percentile). The current valuation is 73% below its historical high of 10.15x set in Oct 2007, and 65% above its historical low of 1.64x in Mar 2018. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has expanded from ~2.4x, reflecting growing market expectations outpacing revenue growth.
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Data-driven financial summary for NetScout Systems Inc (NTCT) · TECHNOLOGY › SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE
The Big Picture
NetScout Systems Inc faces headwinds with declining revenue, though profitability provides a cushion. Revenue reached 861M with 1% decline year-over-year. Profit margins of 11.1% are healthy, with room for further expansion as the business scales.
Key Findings
Generating 59M in free cash flow and 62M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
What to Watch Next
Margin expansion: can NetScout Systems Inc push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?
Sector dynamics: monitor SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact NetScout Systems Inc.
Bottom Line
NetScout Systems Inc faces challenges with declining revenue. While profitability provides a buffer, the long-term trajectory needs to improve. Watch for management's strategic response and whether the company can stabilize or pivot to new growth drivers.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
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About NetScout Systems Inc(NTCT)
NASDAQ
TECHNOLOGY
SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE
USA
NetScout Systems, Inc. provides service security and cybersecurity solutions to protect digital business services from disruption in the United States, Europe, Asia Pacific, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Westford, Massachusetts.