Does the media prefer CRWD or PANW?

In the previous week, Palo Alto Networks had 10 more articles in the media than CrowdStrike. MarketBeat recorded 33 mentions for Palo Alto Networks and 23 mentions for CrowdStrike. Palo Alto Networks' average media sentiment score of 1.38 beat CrowdStrike's score of -0.01 indicating that Palo Alto Networks is being referred to more favorably in the news media. Company Very Positive Positive Neutral Negative Very Negative Overall Sentiment CrowdStrike 5 Very Positive mention(s) 4 Positive mention(s) 4 Neutral mention(s) 3 Negative mention(s) 3 Very Negative mention(s) Neutral Palo Alto Networks 24 Very Positive mention(s) 4 Positive mention(s) 4 Neutral mention(s) 1 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Positive

Does the media prefer FTNT or PANW?

In the previous week, Fortinet had 15 more articles in the media than Palo Alto Networks. MarketBeat recorded 48 mentions for Fortinet and 33 mentions for Palo Alto Networks. Palo Alto Networks' average media sentiment score of 1.38 beat Fortinet's score of 0.84 indicating that Palo Alto Networks is being referred to more favorably in the news media. Company Very Positive Positive Neutral Negative Very Negative Overall Sentiment Fortinet 29 Very Positive mention(s) 4 Positive mention(s) 9 Neutral mention(s) 2 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Positive Palo Alto Networks 24 Very Positive mention(s) 4 Positive mention(s) 4 Neutral mention(s) 1 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Positive

Which has preferable earnings and valuation, PANW or GOOG?

Alphabet has higher revenue and earnings than Palo Alto Networks. Alphabet is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Palo Alto Networks, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks. Company Gross Revenue Price/Sales Ratio Net Income Earnings Per Share Price/Earnings Ratio Palo Alto Networks $9.22B 31.77 $1.13B $1.22 294.66 Alphabet $402.84B 10.83 $132.17B $19.91 17.91

Does the media refer more to PANW or GOOG?

In the previous week, Alphabet had 178 more articles in the media than Palo Alto Networks. MarketBeat recorded 211 mentions for Alphabet and 33 mentions for Palo Alto Networks. Palo Alto Networks' average media sentiment score of 1.38 beat Alphabet's score of 0.83 indicating that Palo Alto Networks is being referred to more favorably in the media. Company Very Positive Positive Neutral Negative Very Negative Overall Sentiment Palo Alto Networks 24 Very Positive mention(s) 4 Positive mention(s) 4 Neutral mention(s) 1 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Positive Alphabet 121 Very Positive mention(s) 21 Positive mention(s) 31 Neutral mention(s) 32 Negative mention(s) 5 Very Negative mention(s) Positive

Which has better earnings and valuation, GOOGL or PANW?

Alphabet has higher revenue and earnings than Palo Alto Networks. Alphabet is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Palo Alto Networks, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks. Company Gross Revenue Price/Sales Ratio Net Income Earnings Per Share Price/Earnings Ratio Alphabet $402.84B 10.86 $132.17B $19.91 17.97 Palo Alto Networks $9.22B 31.77 $1.13B $1.22 294.66

Does the media refer more to GOOGL or PANW?

In the previous week, Alphabet had 217 more articles in the media than Palo Alto Networks. MarketBeat recorded 250 mentions for Alphabet and 33 mentions for Palo Alto Networks. Palo Alto Networks' average media sentiment score of 1.38 beat Alphabet's score of 0.96 indicating that Palo Alto Networks is being referred to more favorably in the news media. Company Very Positive Positive Neutral Negative Very Negative Overall Sentiment Alphabet 179 Very Positive mention(s) 9 Positive mention(s) 30 Neutral mention(s) 29 Negative mention(s) 3 Very Negative mention(s) Positive Palo Alto Networks 24 Very Positive mention(s) 4 Positive mention(s) 4 Neutral mention(s) 1 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Positive

Does the media prefer META or PANW?

In the previous week, Meta Platforms had 146 more articles in the media than Palo Alto Networks. MarketBeat recorded 179 mentions for Meta Platforms and 33 mentions for Palo Alto Networks. Palo Alto Networks' average media sentiment score of 1.38 beat Meta Platforms' score of 0.64 indicating that Palo Alto Networks is being referred to more favorably in the news media. Company Very Positive Positive Neutral Negative Very Negative Overall Sentiment Meta Platforms 128 Very Positive mention(s) 6 Positive mention(s) 17 Neutral mention(s) 25 Negative mention(s) 1 Very Negative mention(s) Positive Palo Alto Networks 24 Very Positive mention(s) 4 Positive mention(s) 4 Neutral mention(s) 1 Negative mention(s) 0 Very Negative mention(s) Positive

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PANW vs. CRWD, FTNT, GOOG, GOOGL, and META

Should you buy Palo Alto Networks stock or one of its competitors? MarketBeat compares Palo Alto Networks with other companies and stocks that may be similar based on industry, sector, market capitalization, business model, investor interest, or shared news coverage. Companies and stocks commonly compared with Palo Alto Networks include CrowdStrike (CRWD), Fortinet (FTNT), Alphabet (GOOG), Alphabet (GOOGL), and Meta Platforms (META).

How does Palo Alto Networks compare to CrowdStrike?

CrowdStrike (NASDAQ:CRWD) and Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ:PANW) are both large-cap technology companies, but which is the better investment? We will compare the two businesses based on the strength of their profitability, earnings, analyst recommendations, valuation, institutional ownership, dividends, risk and media sentiment.

CrowdStrike has a beta of 1.24, suggesting that its share price is 24% more volatile than the broader market. Comparatively, Palo Alto Networks has a beta of 0.91, suggesting that its share price is 9% less volatile than the broader market.

71.2% of CrowdStrike shares are owned by institutional investors. Comparatively, 79.8% of Palo Alto Networks shares are owned by institutional investors. 1.7% of CrowdStrike shares are owned by insiders. Comparatively, 1.4% of Palo Alto Networks shares are owned by insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that endowments, large money managers and hedge funds believe a company will outperform the market over the long term.

Palo Alto Networks has a net margin of 7.95% compared to CrowdStrike's net margin of -0.89%. Palo Alto Networks' return on equity of 10.53% beat CrowdStrike's return on equity.

Company	Net Margins	Return on Equity	Return on Assets
CrowdStrike	-0.89%	2.29%	0.94%
Palo Alto Networks	7.95%	10.53%	4.76%

CrowdStrike currently has a consensus price target of $185.78, indicating a potential downside of 10.42%. Palo Alto Networks has a consensus price target of $333.76, indicating a potential downside of 7.16%. Given Palo Alto Networks' stronger consensus rating and higher possible upside, analysts clearly believe Palo Alto Networks is more favorable than CrowdStrike.

Company	Sell Ratings	Hold Ratings	Buy Ratings	Strong Buy Ratings	Rating Score
CrowdStrike	2 Sell rating(s)	13 Hold rating(s)	36 Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	2.67
Palo Alto Networks	1 Sell rating(s)	6 Hold rating(s)	40 Buy rating(s)	1 Strong Buy rating(s)	2.85

Palo Alto Networks has higher revenue and earnings than CrowdStrike. CrowdStrike is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Palo Alto Networks, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks.

Company	Gross Revenue	Price/Sales Ratio	Net Income	Earnings Per Share	Price/Earnings Ratio
CrowdStrike	$5.09B	41.45	-$162.50M	-$0.05	N/A
Palo Alto Networks	$9.22B	31.77	$1.13B	$1.22	294.66

In the previous week, Palo Alto Networks had 10 more articles in the media than CrowdStrike. MarketBeat recorded 33 mentions for Palo Alto Networks and 23 mentions for CrowdStrike. Palo Alto Networks' average media sentiment score of 1.38 beat CrowdStrike's score of -0.01 indicating that Palo Alto Networks is being referred to more favorably in the news media.

Company	Very Positive	Positive	Neutral	Negative	Very Negative	Overall Sentiment
CrowdStrike	5 Very Positive mention(s)	4 Positive mention(s)	4 Neutral mention(s)	3 Negative mention(s)	3 Very Negative mention(s)	Neutral
Palo Alto Networks	24 Very Positive mention(s)	4 Positive mention(s)	4 Neutral mention(s)	1 Negative mention(s)	0 Very Negative mention(s)	Positive

Summary

Palo Alto Networks beats CrowdStrike on 14 of the 17 factors compared between the two stocks.

How does Palo Alto Networks compare to Fortinet?

Fortinet (NASDAQ:FTNT) and Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ:PANW) are both large-cap technology companies, but which is the superior investment? We will contrast the two companies based on the strength of their media sentiment, risk, analyst recommendations, profitability, valuation, dividends, institutional ownership and earnings.

Fortinet has a beta of 1.07, meaning that its stock price is 7% more volatile than the broader market. Comparatively, Palo Alto Networks has a beta of 0.91, meaning that its stock price is 9% less volatile than the broader market.

Fortinet has a net margin of 28.17% compared to Palo Alto Networks' net margin of 7.95%. Fortinet's return on equity of 191.54% beat Palo Alto Networks' return on equity.

Company	Net Margins	Return on Equity	Return on Assets
Fortinet	28.17%	191.54%	21.35%
Palo Alto Networks	7.95%	10.53%	4.76%

Fortinet has higher earnings, but lower revenue than Palo Alto Networks. Fortinet is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Palo Alto Networks, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks.

Company	Gross Revenue	Price/Sales Ratio	Net Income	Earnings Per Share	Price/Earnings Ratio
Fortinet	$7.53B	15.61	$1.85B	$2.84	56.38
Palo Alto Networks	$9.22B	31.77	$1.13B	$1.22	294.66

Fortinet presently has a consensus target price of $150.91, indicating a potential downside of 5.75%. Palo Alto Networks has a consensus target price of $333.76, indicating a potential downside of 7.16%. Given Fortinet's higher possible upside, analysts clearly believe Fortinet is more favorable than Palo Alto Networks.

Company	Sell Ratings	Hold Ratings	Buy Ratings	Strong Buy Ratings	Rating Score
Fortinet	5 Sell rating(s)	21 Hold rating(s)	11 Buy rating(s)	2 Strong Buy rating(s)	2.26
Palo Alto Networks	1 Sell rating(s)	6 Hold rating(s)	40 Buy rating(s)	1 Strong Buy rating(s)	2.85

83.7% of Fortinet shares are owned by institutional investors. Comparatively, 79.8% of Palo Alto Networks shares are owned by institutional investors. 17.6% of Fortinet shares are owned by company insiders. Comparatively, 1.4% of Palo Alto Networks shares are owned by company insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that hedge funds, large money managers and endowments believe a company will outperform the market over the long term.

In the previous week, Fortinet had 15 more articles in the media than Palo Alto Networks. MarketBeat recorded 48 mentions for Fortinet and 33 mentions for Palo Alto Networks. Palo Alto Networks' average media sentiment score of 1.38 beat Fortinet's score of 0.84 indicating that Palo Alto Networks is being referred to more favorably in the news media.

Company	Very Positive	Positive	Neutral	Negative	Very Negative	Overall Sentiment
Fortinet	29 Very Positive mention(s)	4 Positive mention(s)	9 Neutral mention(s)	2 Negative mention(s)	0 Very Negative mention(s)	Positive
Palo Alto Networks	24 Very Positive mention(s)	4 Positive mention(s)	4 Neutral mention(s)	1 Negative mention(s)	0 Very Negative mention(s)	Positive

Summary

Fortinet beats Palo Alto Networks on 11 of the 17 factors compared between the two stocks.

How does Palo Alto Networks compare to Alphabet?

Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ:PANW) and Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG) are related large-cap companies, but which is the better stock? We will compare the two businesses based on the strength of their profitability, risk, media sentiment, earnings, dividends, analyst recommendations, institutional ownership and valuation.

In the previous week, Alphabet had 178 more articles in the media than Palo Alto Networks. MarketBeat recorded 211 mentions for Alphabet and 33 mentions for Palo Alto Networks. Palo Alto Networks' average media sentiment score of 1.38 beat Alphabet's score of 0.83 indicating that Palo Alto Networks is being referred to more favorably in the media.

Company	Very Positive	Positive	Neutral	Negative	Very Negative	Overall Sentiment
Palo Alto Networks	24 Very Positive mention(s)	4 Positive mention(s)	4 Neutral mention(s)	1 Negative mention(s)	0 Very Negative mention(s)	Positive
Alphabet	121 Very Positive mention(s)	21 Positive mention(s)	31 Neutral mention(s)	32 Negative mention(s)	5 Very Negative mention(s)	Positive

Alphabet has higher revenue and earnings than Palo Alto Networks. Alphabet is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Palo Alto Networks, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks.

Company	Gross Revenue	Price/Sales Ratio	Net Income	Earnings Per Share	Price/Earnings Ratio
Palo Alto Networks	$9.22B	31.77	$1.13B	$1.22	294.66
Alphabet	$402.84B	10.83	$132.17B	$19.91	17.91

Palo Alto Networks has a beta of 0.91, meaning that its share price is 9% less volatile than the broader market. Comparatively, Alphabet has a beta of 1.23, meaning that its share price is 23% more volatile than the broader market.

79.8% of Palo Alto Networks shares are held by institutional investors. Comparatively, 27.3% of Alphabet shares are held by institutional investors. 1.4% of Palo Alto Networks shares are held by insiders. Comparatively, 13.0% of Alphabet shares are held by insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that endowments, hedge funds and large money managers believe a company is poised for long-term growth.

Palo Alto Networks currently has a consensus target price of $333.76, indicating a potential downside of 7.16%. Alphabet has a consensus target price of $410.09, indicating a potential upside of 14.99%. Given Alphabet's stronger consensus rating and higher probable upside, analysts clearly believe Alphabet is more favorable than Palo Alto Networks.

Company	Sell Ratings	Hold Ratings	Buy Ratings	Strong Buy Ratings	Rating Score
Palo Alto Networks	1 Sell rating(s)	6 Hold rating(s)	40 Buy rating(s)	1 Strong Buy rating(s)	2.85
Alphabet	0 Sell rating(s)	3 Hold rating(s)	29 Buy rating(s)	7 Strong Buy rating(s)	3.10

Alphabet has a net margin of 54.77% compared to Palo Alto Networks' net margin of 7.95%. Alphabet's return on equity of 51.32% beat Palo Alto Networks' return on equity.

Company	Net Margins	Return on Equity	Return on Assets
Palo Alto Networks	7.95%	10.53%	4.76%
Alphabet	54.77%	51.32%	35.42%

Summary

Alphabet beats Palo Alto Networks on 12 of the 17 factors compared between the two stocks.

How does Palo Alto Networks compare to Alphabet?

Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL) and Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ:PANW) are related large-cap companies, but which is the better stock? We will contrast the two businesses based on the strength of their earnings, media sentiment, valuation, risk, institutional ownership, profitability, analyst recommendations and dividends.

Alphabet presently has a consensus price target of $419.86, indicating a potential upside of 17.36%. Palo Alto Networks has a consensus price target of $333.76, indicating a potential downside of 7.16%. Given Alphabet's stronger consensus rating and higher possible upside, equities research analysts plainly believe Alphabet is more favorable than Palo Alto Networks.

Company	Sell Ratings	Hold Ratings	Buy Ratings	Strong Buy Ratings	Rating Score
Alphabet	0 Sell rating(s)	4 Hold rating(s)	44 Buy rating(s)	6 Strong Buy rating(s)	3.04
Palo Alto Networks	1 Sell rating(s)	6 Hold rating(s)	40 Buy rating(s)	1 Strong Buy rating(s)	2.85

Company	Gross Revenue	Price/Sales Ratio	Net Income	Earnings Per Share	Price/Earnings Ratio
Alphabet	$402.84B	10.86	$132.17B	$19.91	17.97
Palo Alto Networks	$9.22B	31.77	$1.13B	$1.22	294.66

In the previous week, Alphabet had 217 more articles in the media than Palo Alto Networks. MarketBeat recorded 250 mentions for Alphabet and 33 mentions for Palo Alto Networks. Palo Alto Networks' average media sentiment score of 1.38 beat Alphabet's score of 0.96 indicating that Palo Alto Networks is being referred to more favorably in the news media.

Company	Very Positive	Positive	Neutral	Negative	Very Negative	Overall Sentiment
Alphabet	179 Very Positive mention(s)	9 Positive mention(s)	30 Neutral mention(s)	29 Negative mention(s)	3 Very Negative mention(s)	Positive
Palo Alto Networks	24 Very Positive mention(s)	4 Positive mention(s)	4 Neutral mention(s)	1 Negative mention(s)	0 Very Negative mention(s)	Positive

Alphabet has a beta of 1.24, suggesting that its share price is 24% more volatile than the broader market. Comparatively, Palo Alto Networks has a beta of 0.91, suggesting that its share price is 9% less volatile than the broader market.

Alphabet has a net margin of 54.77% compared to Palo Alto Networks' net margin of 7.95%. Alphabet's return on equity of 51.32% beat Palo Alto Networks' return on equity.

Company	Net Margins	Return on Equity	Return on Assets
Alphabet	54.77%	51.32%	35.42%
Palo Alto Networks	7.95%	10.53%	4.76%

40.0% of Alphabet shares are owned by institutional investors. Comparatively, 79.8% of Palo Alto Networks shares are owned by institutional investors. 11.6% of Alphabet shares are owned by insiders. Comparatively, 1.4% of Palo Alto Networks shares are owned by insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that endowments, large money managers and hedge funds believe a stock is poised for long-term growth.

Summary

Alphabet beats Palo Alto Networks on 13 of the 17 factors compared between the two stocks.

How does Palo Alto Networks compare to Meta Platforms?

Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) and Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ:PANW) are related large-cap companies, but which is the superior business? We will compare the two companies based on the strength of their earnings, dividends, risk, institutional ownership, valuation, profitability, media sentiment and analyst recommendations.

Meta Platforms has a beta of 1.25, suggesting that its stock price is 25% more volatile than the broader market. Comparatively, Palo Alto Networks has a beta of 0.91, suggesting that its stock price is 9% less volatile than the broader market.

In the previous week, Meta Platforms had 146 more articles in the media than Palo Alto Networks. MarketBeat recorded 179 mentions for Meta Platforms and 33 mentions for Palo Alto Networks. Palo Alto Networks' average media sentiment score of 1.38 beat Meta Platforms' score of 0.64 indicating that Palo Alto Networks is being referred to more favorably in the news media.

Company	Very Positive	Positive	Neutral	Negative	Very Negative	Overall Sentiment
Meta Platforms	128 Very Positive mention(s)	6 Positive mention(s)	17 Neutral mention(s)	25 Negative mention(s)	1 Very Negative mention(s)	Positive
Palo Alto Networks	24 Very Positive mention(s)	4 Positive mention(s)	4 Neutral mention(s)	1 Negative mention(s)	0 Very Negative mention(s)	Positive

79.9% of Meta Platforms shares are owned by institutional investors. Comparatively, 79.8% of Palo Alto Networks shares are owned by institutional investors. 13.5% of Meta Platforms shares are owned by company insiders. Comparatively, 1.4% of Palo Alto Networks shares are owned by company insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that hedge funds, endowments and large money managers believe a company is poised for long-term growth.

Meta Platforms has a net margin of 29.83% compared to Palo Alto Networks' net margin of 7.95%. Meta Platforms' return on equity of 33.18% beat Palo Alto Networks' return on equity.

Company	Net Margins	Return on Equity	Return on Assets
Meta Platforms	29.83%	33.18%	20.07%
Palo Alto Networks	7.95%	10.53%	4.76%

Meta Platforms currently has a consensus target price of $785.32, suggesting a potential upside of 33.13%. Palo Alto Networks has a consensus target price of $333.76, suggesting a potential downside of 7.16%. Given Meta Platforms' stronger consensus rating and higher probable upside, research analysts clearly believe Meta Platforms is more favorable than Palo Alto Networks.

Company	Sell Ratings	Hold Ratings	Buy Ratings	Strong Buy Ratings	Rating Score
Meta Platforms	0 Sell rating(s)	8 Hold rating(s)	35 Buy rating(s)	4 Strong Buy rating(s)	2.91
Palo Alto Networks	1 Sell rating(s)	6 Hold rating(s)	40 Buy rating(s)	1 Strong Buy rating(s)	2.85

Meta Platforms has higher revenue and earnings than Palo Alto Networks. Meta Platforms is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Palo Alto Networks, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks.

Company	Gross Revenue	Price/Sales Ratio	Net Income	Earnings Per Share	Price/Earnings Ratio
Meta Platforms	$200.97B	7.43	$60.46B	$26.55	22.22
Palo Alto Networks	$9.22B	31.77	$1.13B	$1.22	294.66

Summary

Meta Platforms beats Palo Alto Networks on 13 of the 17 factors compared between the two stocks.

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Metric	Palo Alto Networks	Software Industry	Technology Sector	NASDAQ Exchange
Market Cap	$292.98B	$15.49B	$29.54B	$12.84B
Dividend Yield	N/A	3.43%	2.74%	9.78%
P/E Ratio	294.66	132.41	81.38	25.43
Price / Sales	31.77	1,298.07	598.25	80.37
Price / Cash	122.30	45.71	50.76	50.79
Price / Book	30.73	6.62	9.17	6.06
Net Income	$1.13B	$438.13M	$663.37M	$348.34M
7 Day Performance	10.38%	2.50%	3.87%	3.03%
1 Month Performance	0.55%	-0.87%	-1.90%	-3.04%
1 Year Performance	107.93%	6.55%	149.99%	20.65%

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Company	MarketRank	Share Price	Analysts' Price Target	1Y Price Performance	Market Cap	Revenue	P/E Ratio	Employee Count	Indicator(s)
PANW Palo Alto Networks	3.2823 of 5 stars	$359.49 -0.9%	$333.76 -7.2%	+114.5%	$292.98B	$9.22B	294.66	16,068	Positive News Analyst Forecast Gap Down
CRWD CrowdStrike	2.4814 of 5 stars	$206.62 -1.5%	$185.78 -10.1%	+90.0%	$210.75B	$5.09B	N/A	10,698	Insider Trade Gap Down
FTNT Fortinet	3.3374 of 5 stars	$160.32 -2.3%	$150.91 -5.9%	+70.7%	$117.72B	$7.53B	56.49	15,109	Trending News Analyst Upgrade Insider Trade Gap Down
GOOG Alphabet	4.2369 of 5 stars	$358.68 -0.4%	$410.09 +14.3%	+84.4%	$4.39T	$402.84B	18.02	190,200	Trending News
GOOGL Alphabet	4.5299 of 5 stars	$360.05 -0.7%	$419.86 +16.6%	+86.2%	$4.40T	$402.84B	18.09	190,820	Trending News Gap Up

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