F [FFIV] vs Palo Alto Networks [PANW] Detailed Stock Comparison
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NASDAQ
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Palo Alto Networks
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 19 vital metrics comparison: F wins in 15 metrics, Palo Alto Networks wins in 4 metrics, with 0 ties. F appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | F | Palo Alto Networks | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 28.47 | 111.17 | F |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 5.24 | 17.81 | F |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 8.05 | 11.15 | F |
| PEG Ratio | 19.47 | 26.87 | F |
| EV/EBITDA | 19.81 | 107.08 | F |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 21.14% | 13.95% | F |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 21.73% | 9.80% | F |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 21.73% | 9.80% | F |
| Return on Equity | 19.89% | 21.16% | Palo Alto Networks |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 8.08% | 3.10% | F |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $762.01M | $3.10B | Palo Alto Networks |
| 1-Year Return | 55.73% | 19.78% | F |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 5.86 | 14.53 | F |
| Enterprise Value | $16.33B | $133.87B | Palo Alto Networks |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 5.56 | 15.08 | F |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 80.72% | 72.94% | F |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $50 | $14 | F |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $10.53 | $1.74 | F |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.00 | 0.97 | Palo Alto Networks |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
F vs Palo Alto Networks Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | -0.08% | -0.54% | 1.59% | 12.94% | -0.83% | 18.76% |
| Palo Alto Networks | -5.58% | -8.13% | -10.56% | -2.09% | -2.34% | 1.27% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | 55.73% | 73.45% | 112.68% | 129.36% | 237.92% | 1,509.20% |
| Palo Alto Networks | 19.78% | 119.04% | 320.37% | 525.74% | 1,968.14% | 1,968.14% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: F vs Palo Alto Networks
| Metric | FFIV | PANW |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $17.22B | $128.98B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 367,574 | 3,448,340 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 451,231 | 4,347,723 |
| Last Close | $298.99 | $183.03 |
| 52 Week Range | $184.81 - $313.00 | $142.01 - $210.39 |
| % from 52W High | -4.48% | -13.00% |
| All-Time High | $313.00 (Feb 17, 2025) | $210.39 (Jul 29, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -4.48% | -13.00% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.07% | 0.15% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.22% | -0.06% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.21% | 0.14% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.22% | 0.10% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.20% | 0.21% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 8.05 | 11.15 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $57.22 | $10.86 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $21.93 | $4.95 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $864.84M | $3.21B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $746.17M | $3.18B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | N/A |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: F vs Palo Alto Networks
| Metric | FFIV | PANW |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 28.47 | 111.17 |
| Forward P/E | 19.47 | 26.87 |
| PEG Ratio | 19.47 | 26.87 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 5.86 | 14.53 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 5.24 | 17.81 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $17.22B | $128.98B |
| Enterprise Value | $16.33B | $133.87B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 5.56 | 15.08 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 19.81 | 107.08 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.00 | 0.97 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $57.22 | $10.86 |
Financial Statements Comparison: F vs Palo Alto Networks
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | FFIV | PANW |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $731.12M | $2.29B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $140.96M | $619.30M |
| Gross Profit | $590.16M | $1.67B |
| Research & Development | $136.56M | $494.50M |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $158.90M | $218.80M |
| EBITDA | $181.37M | $407.30M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $171.20M | $310.50M |
| Income Tax | $25.67M | $48.40M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $145.53M | $262.10M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | FFIV | PANW |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $1.26B | $2.38B |
| Total Current Assets | $2.34B | $6.90B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $1.52B | $7.71B |
| Long-Term Debt | $236.62M | $345.70M |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $3.31B | $7.23B |
| Retained Earnings | $3.30B | $2.23B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $338.47M | $724.30M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | FFIV | PANW |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $297.00M | $594.60M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-10.50M | $-68.30M |
| Free Cash Flow | $246.09M | $560.40M |
| Debt Repayment | N/A | $-150.90M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-127.06M | $0 |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | FFIV | PANW |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 1.68M | 26.66M |
| Short Ratio | 3.41 | 5.56 |
| Short % of Float | 0.04% | 0.04% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 367,574 | 3,448,340 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 451,231 | 4,347,723 |
| Shares Outstanding | 58.09M | 650.20M |
| Float Shares | 56.94M | 660.10M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.01% | 0.01% |
| % Held by Institutions | 1.01% | 0.82% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: F vs Palo Alto Networks
| Metric | FFIV | PANW |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | N/A |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | N/A |