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PANW Stock Forecast & Price Target

PANW Analyst Ratings

Based on 68 analyst ratings
Buy
Strong Buy 40%
Buy 41%
Hold 18%
Sell 0%
Strong Sell 1%

Bulls say

Palo Alto Networks has demonstrated robust financial performance, with total revenue reaching $2.257 billion, reflecting a year-over-year growth of 14%, which met the high end of management's guidance. The company has seen significant growth in its Next-Generation Security (NGS) annual recurring revenue (ARR), increasing by approximately 37% year-over-year to $4.78 billion, surpassing street estimates by $51 million. Additionally, the substantial rise in large deals and increased demand for firewall products, alongside strong software-defined product growth, underscores the company's solid market position and positive outlook for future quarters.

Bears say

Palo Alto Networks is facing a challenging financial outlook characterized by a history of losses and anticipated increases in operating expenses, which jeopardize its ability to achieve sustained profitability and consistent cash flow. The company has also experienced a decline in gross margins, potentially due to its "platformization" strategy, signaling risks associated with its current business model. Additionally, there are significant execution risks related to its new sales strategy and external factors, such as the global pandemic and unfavorable macroeconomic conditions, that could adversely impact its operational performance and competitive position in the cybersecurity market.

PANW has been analyzed by 68 analysts, with a consensus rating of Buy. 40% of analysts recommend a Strong Buy, 41% recommend Buy, 18% suggest Holding, 0% advise Selling, and 1% predict a Strong Sell.

This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Palo Alto Networks and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.

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Analysts have given PANW a Buy based on their latest research and market trends.

According to 68 analysts, PANW has a Buy consensus rating as of Aug 25, 2025. This rating is provided by third-party analysts and is not investment advice from Public.com.

Wall Street analysts have set a price target of $254.24, reflecting a 0.00% increase from the current stock price.

Financial analysts have set a price target of $254.24, indicating a 0.00% increase from the current stock price, but ratings and forecasts are frequently updated based on market conditions, earnings reports, and industry trends. This prediction is provided by third-party analysts and is not investment advice from Public.com.

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