Palo Alto Networks Receives 'Moderate Buy' Rating from Analysts

Cybersecurity firm's stock receives mixed reviews from Wall Street

Mar. 21, 2026 at 6:27am

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Shares of Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:PANW) have been given an average recommendation of "Moderate Buy" by the 45 ratings firms currently covering the stock, according to Marketbeat.com. The company's stock has received a range of ratings, with 34 buy ratings, 9 hold ratings, and 2 strong buy ratings.

Why it matters

Palo Alto Networks is a leading cybersecurity firm, and its stock performance is closely watched by investors as a barometer for the broader cybersecurity industry. The mixed analyst ratings reflect the challenges and uncertainties facing the company as it navigates a competitive market and evolving threat landscape.

The details

The average 1-year price target among analysts covering Palo Alto Networks is $210.18. Several recent research reports have rated the stock as a "hold" or "neutral", while others have assigned "buy" or "strong buy" ratings. The company's stock has traded in a range between $139.57 and $223.61 over the past 52 weeks, with a current market cap of $132.97 billion.

  • Palo Alto Networks reported its latest quarterly earnings on February 18, 2026.

The players

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.

A leading cybersecurity firm headquartered in Santa Clara, California, that develops a broad suite of security products and services designed to prevent cyberattacks and protect enterprise networks, clouds, and endpoints.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

The takeaway

Palo Alto Networks' mixed analyst ratings reflect the ongoing challenges and uncertainties facing the cybersecurity industry, as companies navigate a rapidly evolving threat landscape and competitive market. The company's performance will continue to be closely watched by investors as a bellwether for the sector.