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PANW vs. OKTA: Which Cybersecurity Stock Has an Edge Right Now?

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Okta is viewed as having the edge over Palo Alto Networks due to stronger growth, upward analyst estimate revisions and a lower valuation that offset Palo Alto's acquisition-related costs and EPS pressure. The analysis suggests Okta may outperform near-term as Palo Alto absorbs deal-related margin and EPS headwinds.

Analysis

Okta is viewed as having the edge over Palo Alto Networks due to stronger growth, upward analyst estimate revisions and a lower valuation that offset Palo Alto's acquisition-related costs and EPS pressure. The analysis suggests Okta may outperform near-term as Palo Alto absorbs deal-related margin and EPS headwinds.

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OKTA0.50
PANW-0.40