For its second fiscal quarter (ending January 31), Palo Alto Networks Inc (NASDAQ: PANW) has reported a -93% decline in E.P.S. from $5.47 a year ago to $0.41 in the current quarter. This result fell short of the consensus estimate of $0.88 by $-0.47. For the latest four quarters through January 31, E.P.S. were $1.92 versus $7.25 for the same period a year ago — a decline of -74%.
Recent Price Action
On 2/13/25, Palo Alto Networks Inc (NASDAQ: PANW) stock enjoyed a large increase of 2.6%, closing at $201.88. Moreover, exceptionally high trading volume at 237% of normal accompanied the advance. Relative to the market the stock has been strong over the last nine months and has risen 8.0% during the last week.
Current PriceTarget Research Rating
Palo Alto Networks has a current Value Trend Rating of C (Neutral). The Value Trend Rating reflects very contradictory signals from PTR’s two proprietary measures of a stock’s attractiveness. Palo Alto Networks has a poor Appreciation Score of 24 but a good Power Rating of 76, triggering the Neutral Value Trend Rating.
Rating Review
In light of this new information and positive market action we are reviewing our current Overall Rating of C. This review will be completed in the next several days.
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