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Palo Alto Networks (PANW) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$334.47 +8.11 (+2.48%)
Closing price 11/11/2026 04:00 PM Eastern
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$326.24 -8.23 (-2.46%)
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Palo Alto Networks - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
11
Buy
39

Based on 50 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Palo Alto Networks in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 50 analysts, 11 have given a hold rating, and 39 have given a buy rating for PANW.

Consensus Price Target

$398.55
19.16% Upside
According to the 50 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Palo Alto Networks, the average price target is $398.55. The highest price target for PANW is $525.00, while the lowest price target for PANW is $175.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 19.16% from the current price of $334.47.
MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.
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PANW Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
11/12/25 to 11/12/26
1 Month Ago
10/13/25 to 10/13/26
3 Months Ago
8/14/25 to 8/14/26
1 Year Ago
11/12/24 to 11/12/25
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
39 Buy rating(s)
39 Buy rating(s)
41 Buy rating(s)
30 Buy rating(s)
Hold
11 Hold rating(s)
12 Hold rating(s)
6 Hold rating(s)
10 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$398.55$394.63$337.35$219.50
Forecasted Upside19.16% Upside-0.61% Downside-12.21% Downside4.50% Upside
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate Buy

PANW Analyst Recommendations By Month

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PANW Price Targets by Month

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Palo Alto Networks Stock vs. The Competition

TypePalo Alto NetworksTechnology CompaniesBroader Market
Consensus Rating Score
2.78
2.22
2.52
Consensus RatingModerate BuyHoldModerate Buy
Predicted Upside19.16% Upside64.92% Upside13.63% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
11/11/2026
Evercore Inc logo
Evercore
3 of 5 stars
Peter Levine
Peter Levine
1 of 5 stars
Reiterated RatingOutperform
11/9/2026
Weiss Ratings logo
Weiss Ratings
2 of 5 stars
 DowngradeHold (C) ➝ Hold (C-)
10/15/2026
Citigroup Inc. logo
Citigroup
4 of 5 stars
Fatima Boolani
Fatima Boolani
2 of 5 stars
Reiterated RatingBuy$410.00 ➝ $440.00+17.32%
10/12/2026Reiterated RatingOverweight$475.00 ➝ $525.00+25.36%
10/5/2026Initiated CoverageOutperform$500.00+22.92%
10/2/2026Reiterated RatingBuy$400.00 ➝ $440.00+11.04%
9/28/2026Boost TargetBuy$404.00 ➝ $425.00+13.41%
9/21/2026Set TargetOverweight$394.00 ➝ $410.00+12.77%
9/17/2026DowngradeOutperform ➝ Market Perform$253.00 ➝ $351.00-6.56%
9/11/2026Initiated CoverageOutperform$400.00+18.17%
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9/8/2026Reiterated RatingOverweight$425.00+27.53%
9/7/2026 DowngradeModerate Buy ➝ Hold$320.00 ➝ $346.00+2.68%
9/3/2026 Lower Target$201.00 ➝ $190.00-43.19%
9/3/2026Reiterated RatingBuy$425.00+30.43%
9/2/2026 Reiterated RatingBuy$371.00 ➝ $390.00+18.73%
9/2/2026Set Target$400.00+21.44%
9/2/2026 Reiterated RatingBuy$350.00 ➝ $430.00+29.31%
9/2/2026Set TargetEqual Weight$370.00 ➝ $400.00+21.44%
9/2/2026 Set TargetMarket Perform$302.00 ➝ $360.00+9.30%
9/2/2026Reiterated RatingNeutral$210.00 ➝ $300.00-8.72%
9/2/2026Reiterated RatingOutperform$400.00 ➝ $450.00+24.28%
9/2/2026Reiterated RatingOverweight$345.00 ➝ $410.00+13.23%
9/2/2026Set TargetOutperform$400.00 ➝ $420.00+15.99%
9/2/2026Reiterated RatingOverweight$370.00 ➝ $375.00+3.57%
9/2/2026Reiterated RatingNeutral
9/2/2026DowngradeSector Outperform ➝ Hold
9/2/2026Boost TargetOutperform$380.00 ➝ $400.00+19.60%
9/2/2026 Boost TargetOverweight$421.00 ➝ $428.00+27.97%
9/2/2026Boost TargetBuy$345.00 ➝ $420.00+27.81%
9/2/2026Boost TargetOutperform$434.00 ➝ $475.00+31.18%
9/2/2026Boost TargetPositive$350.00 ➝ $415.00+14.61%
9/2/2026Reiterated RatingBuy$425.00+17.37%
9/2/2026Boost TargetBuy$355.00 ➝ $415.00+14.61%
8/28/2026Reiterated RatingBuy$335.00 ➝ $450.00+17.54%
8/25/2026Boost TargetOverweight$326.00 ➝ $384.00+9.43%
8/24/2026Boost TargetBuy$340.00 ➝ $400.00+11.72%
8/21/2026Boost TargetHold$290.00 ➝ $350.00+4.66%
8/20/2026Reiterated RatingOutperform$335.00 ➝ $415.00+15.57%
8/19/2026Reiterated RatingNeutral$300.00 ➝ $390.00+8.32%
8/19/2026Set TargetOutperform$305.00 ➝ $415.00+15.26%
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8/19/2026Set TargetBuy$330.00 ➝ $415.00+10.92%
8/18/2026 Set Target$415.00+10.44%
8/12/2026Boost TargetMarket Outperform$320.00 ➝ $415.00+8.88%
7/15/2026Boost TargetBuy$245.00 ➝ $430.00+19.97%
7/1/2026Reiterated RatingOutperform
6/29/2026 Boost TargetBuy$185.00 ➝ $433.00+42.34%
6/16/2026 Reiterated RatingOutperform
6/3/2026 Reiterated RatingOutperform$320.00+7.68%
6/3/2026Boost TargetBuy$290.00 ➝ $360.00+21.14%
2/24/2026 Lower TargetOutperform$212.00 ➝ $175.00+21.41%
11/20/2025Reiterated RatingHold
10/20/2025Boost TargetBuy$215.00 ➝ $240.00+12.86%
7/31/2025DowngradeOverweight ➝ Sector Weight
5/21/2025Reiterated RatingBuy$230.00 ➝ $230.00+18.26%

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Should I Buy Palo Alto Networks Stock? PANW Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Monday, November 9, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these Palo Alto Networks pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Palo Alto Networks
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Palo Alto Networks, Inc.:

  • Strong recent earnings performance with revenue growth of 34.5% year-over-year in the most recent quarter, beating consensus estimates and demonstrating robust demand for the company's cybersecurity platform.
  • Strategic expansion into AI security through reported acquisition talks for Clutch Security, a startup specializing in securing AI agents, which positions the company to capitalize on emerging AI-driven threat landscapes.
  • Consensus analyst rating of Moderate Buy with an average price target of $398.55, which is significantly higher than the current stock price of $330.89, suggesting potential upside for investors.
  • Recent institutional investor activity shows several funds increasing their positions in the third quarter, such as Phoenix Financial Ltd. and Danica Pension, indicating growing confidence among large investors.
  • Positive technical momentum with the stock jumping 5.4% in recent trading, recovering from previous declines and approaching key support levels, which may attract momentum-driven buyers.

Palo Alto Networks
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Palo Alto Networks, Inc. for these reasons:

  • High valuation with a price-to-earnings ratio of 648.82, which is significantly above industry averages and may limit upside potential if growth slows or market sentiment shifts.
  • Recent insider selling activity, with directors and executives selling a total of 54,210 shares valued at over $20 million in the last quarter, which could signal reduced confidence from company insiders.
  • Technical weakness indicated by a bearish breakdown from a rising wedge pattern, suggesting potential for further price declines as sellers target lower support levels.
  • Decreasing short interest over recent months, with shares shorted dropping from 47.7 million in January 2026 to 21.3 million in October 2026, which may reduce the potential for a short squeeze that could drive prices higher.
  • Recent stock price volatility, including a 9.6% decline in early November 2026, reflecting market uncertainty and potential risks associated with the company's high valuation and competitive pressures.

PANW Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 50 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Palo Alto Networks is $398.55, with a high forecast of $525.00 and a low forecast of $175.00.

50 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Palo Alto Networks in the last year. There are currently 11 hold ratings and 39 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" PANW shares.

According to analysts, Palo Alto Networks's stock has a predicted upside of 19.16% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, Palo Alto Networks's stock had 5 downgrades and 1 upgrade by analysts.

Analysts like Palo Alto Networks more than other "technology" companies. The consensus rating for Palo Alto Networks is Moderate Buy while the average consensus rating for "technology" companies is Hold. Learn more on how PANW compares to other companies.


MarketBeat monitors more than a dozen sources for Palo Alto Networks analyst ratings, with the most recent rating issued on 11/11/2026.
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