PANW:NSD-Palo Alto Networks Inc (USD)

COMMON STOCK | Software - Infrastructure |

Last Closing

USD 191.03

Change

-7.78 (-3.91)%

Market Cap

USD 132.47B

Volume

5.46M

Analyst Target

USD 293.26
Analyst Rating

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About

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. provides cybersecurity solutions worldwide. The company's network security platforms include Prisma Access, a security services edge (SSE) solution, as well as Strata Cloud Manager, a network security management solution. It also provides cloud security solutions, including Prisma Cloud, a cloud native application protection platform; and Code to Cloud platform, as well as offers VM-Series and CN-Series virtual firewalls for inline network security on multi- and hybrid-cloud environments. In addition, the company provides security operation solutions through Cortex platform that includes Cortex XSIAM, an AI-driven security operations platform; Cortex XDR for the prevention, detection, and response to complex cybersecurity attacks; and Cortex XSOAR for security orchestration, automation, and response; and Cortex Xpanse for attack surface management, as well as offers threat intelligence and advisory services under the Unit 42 name. Further, it provides subscription services covering the areas of threat prevention, malware and persistent threat, URL filtering, laptop and mobile device protection, DNS security, Internet of Things security, SaaS security API, and SaaS security inline, as well as threat intelligence, and data loss prevention. Additionally, the company offers professional services, including architecture design and planning, implementation, configuration, and firewall migration; education services, such as certifications, as well as online and in-classroom training; and support services. It sells its products and services through its channel partners, as well as directly to medium to large enterprises, service providers, and government entities operating in various industries, including education, energy, financial services, government entities, healthcare, Internet and media, manufacturing, public sector, and telecommunications. The company was incorporated in 2005 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.

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HACK:AU Betashares Global Cyberse.. 7.45 % 0.00 %

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CBRS:XETRA 7.39 % 0.00 %

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BUGU:SW Global X Cybersecurity UC.. 6.70 % 0.00 %

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TECI:CA TD Global Technology Inno.. 6.59 % 0.00 %

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BUGG:LSE Global X Cybersecurity UC.. 6.44 % 0.00 %

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ISPY:SW L&G Cyber Security UCITS .. 5.81 % 0.00 %

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CBUG:CA CI Digital Security Index.. 4.73 % 0.00 %

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PSWD Xtrackers Cybersecurity S.. 4.64 % 0.00 %

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AIFD TCW ETF Trust 4.57 % 0.00 %

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BUL Pacer US Cash Cows Growth.. 0.00 % 0.00 %

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RYT 0.00 % 0.40 %

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HTA:CA Harvest Tech Achievers Gr.. 0.00 % 1.39 %

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CYBR:CA Evolve Cyber Security Ind.. 0.00 % 0.67 %

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Market Performance

  Market Performance vs. Industry/Classification (Software - Infrastructure) Market Performance vs. Exchange
  Value Sector Median Percentile Rank Grade Market Median Percentile Rank Grade
YTD  
Capital Gain 4.98% 60% D- 71% C-
Dividend Return N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Total Return 4.98% 60% D- 71% C-
Trailing 12 Months  
Capital Gain 35.44% 68% D+ 81% B-
Dividend Return N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Total Return 35.44% 68% D+ 80% B-
Trailing 5 Years  
Capital Gain 371.68% 94% A 97% N/A
Dividend Return N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Total Return 371.68% 94% A 97% N/A
Average Annual (5 Year Horizon)  
Capital Gain 42.56% 82% B 85% B
Dividend Return 42.56% 82% B 85% B
Total Return N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Risk Return Profile  
Volatility (Standard Deviation) 39.32% 66% D+ 48% F
Risk Adjusted Return 108.25% 100% F 98% N/A
Market Capitalization 132.47B 98% N/A 99% N/A

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Analyst Rating

Target Price Action Rating Action Analyst Rating Price Date

This is a composite scorecard based on the application of evaluation criteria deemed most important by analysts. This is not a buy or sell recommendation.

What to like:
Superior risk adjusted returns

This stock has performed well, on a risk adjusted basis, compared to its sector peers(for a hold period of at least 12 months) and is in the top quartile.

Superior capital utilization

The company management has delivered better return on invested capital in the most recent 4 quarters than its peers, placing it in the top quartile.

Superior return on equity

The company management has delivered better return on equity in the most recent 4 quarters than its peers, placing it in the top quartile.

High market capitalization

This is one of the largest entities in its sector and is among the top quartile. Such companies tend to be more stable.

Positive cash flow

The company had positive total cash flow in the most recent four quarters.

Positive free cash flow

The company had positive total free cash flow in the most recent four quarters.

Superior Earnings Growth

This stock has shown top quartile earnings growth in the previous 5 years compared to its sector.

Superior Revenue Growth

This stock has shown top quartile revenue growth in the previous 5 years compared to its sector.

What to not like:
Overpriced on cashflow basis

The stock is trading high compared to its peers on a price to cash flow basis. It is priced above the median for its sectors. Proceed with caution if you are considering to buy.

Overpriced compared to book value

The stock is trading high compared to its peers median on a price to book value basis.

Overpriced compared to earnings

The stock is trading high compared to its peers on a price to earning basis and is above the sector median.

Overpriced on free cash flow basis

The stock is trading high compared to its peers on a price to free cash flow basis. It is priced above the median for its sectors. Proceed with caution if you are considering to buy.