AlphaStocks
3.6
Weak

Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW)

Information Technology / Systems Software

S&P 500

$184.02

Scores poorly across most models. Proceed with caution.

Weak

Score based on 5 of 5 models — high confidence

#919out of 1126 in Information Technology

Is Palo Alto Networks Inc a Good Investment in 2026?

Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW) scores 3.6 out of 10 on AlphaStocks' composite model, earning a Weak rating. The Piotroski model rates Palo Alto Networks Inc as Attractive (5/9). However, the Greenblatt Magic Formula model rates it Caution — Bottom half (rank 78%). Palo Alto Networks Inc currently trades above its estimated fair value of $91, suggesting limited upside at current prices. Palo Alto Networks Inc ranks #919 out of 1126 stocks in the Information Technology sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

P/E115.1ROE15.1Market Cap131B

Estimated Fair Value

$90.95102% above

Trading above estimated fair value. P/e of 115x implies high growth expectations. eps growth of -56% may not justify the premium.

Model-based estimate, not a price target.

5-Model Analysis

Each model evaluates this stock from a different angle. Combined, they form the composite score above.

Piotroski

Attractive

5/9

Buffett

Attractive

Business quality & competitive moat

Graham

Caution

Significantly above fair value

Lynch

Attractive

PEG 2.5 · Fast Grower

Greenblatt

Caution

Bottom half (rank 78%)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW) a good investment?
Based on AlphaStocks' composite analysis, Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW) scores 3.6 out of 10, earning a Weak rating. This score is below average, suggesting caution. Trading above estimated fair value. P/e of 115x implies high growth expectations. eps growth of -56% may not justify the premium.
What is Palo Alto Networks Inc's Piotroski F-Score?
Palo Alto Networks Inc's Piotroski F-Score status is Attractive. The raw score is 5/9. The Piotroski F-Score evaluates financial health using 9 fundamental signals including profitability, leverage, and operating efficiency.
Is PANW overvalued or undervalued?
Based on AlphaStocks' model-based fair value estimate of $91, PANW appears overvalued. The stock currently trades 102% above its estimated fair value. Trading above estimated fair value. P/e of 115x implies high growth expectations. eps growth of -56% may not justify the premium.
How does PANW compare to other Information Technology stocks?
Palo Alto Networks Inc ranks #919 out of 1126 stocks in the Information Technology sector, placing it in the top 82% of its sector by composite score. There are higher-ranked alternatives in this sector worth exploring.
What do investment models say about PANW?
AlphaStocks evaluates PANW using five proven investment models. Piotroski: Attractive; Buffett: Attractive; Graham: Caution; Lynch: Attractive; Greenblatt Magic Formula: Caution. These models are combined into a single composite score of 3.6/10.

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