Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) — Stock Score Summary

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) has a MoatMap StockRank of 48/100 based on Quality (54/100), Value (15/100), and Momentum (65/100) factor scores. The current signal is HOLD. Palo Alto Networks is a premier cybersecurity provider. As geopolitical conflicts escalate, cyber warfare and infrastructure protection have become critical national security priorities. PANW's platformization strategy creates high switching costs and a powerful moat, though its high valuation (V: 16) warrants a FLAG rather than an outright APPROVE to wait for a better entry point.

Palo Alto Networks provides comprehensive cybersecurity solutions, including firewalls, cloud security, and endpoint protection, delivered through a platform-based approach for enterprises and governments. As a market leader in next-generation cybersecurity, its integrated platform offers superior threat prevention and simplified security management, bolstered by strong R&D and significant customer switching costs. The company is a pioneer in Next-Generation Firewalls, continuously expanding its portfolio to address evolving cyber threats.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$280.43
Market Cap$209.1B
P/E (TTM)244.96
P/E (Forward)67.99
Price/Book20.90
Return on Equity4.8%
Return on Invested Capital10.2%
Debt/Equity7.70
Gross Margin72.0%
Operating Margin-2.5%
Revenue Growth31.1%
Free Cash Flow$3.6B

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. operates in the Software - Infrastructure industry, part of the Technology sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Palo Alto Networks, Inc.’s (PANW) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) is 48/100, with a Hold signal. It is a composite of Quality (54), Value (15), and Momentum (65) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Palo Alto Networks, Inc. have an economic moat?
Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) has a Quality factor score of 54/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Palo Alto Networks, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) is Hold, based on a StockRank of 48/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Palo Alto Networks, Inc. in?
Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) operates in the Technology sector, specifically the Software - Infrastructure industry (United States).
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