Palo Alto Networks Faces Turbulence: Can It Weather the Storm?Palo Alto Networks (NYSE: NASDAQ:PANW ) stands as a stalwart defender against digital threats. However, recent developments have cast a shadow over the company's prospects, prompting investors to reassess their positions and analysts to reevaluate their forecasts.
In its latest quarterly report, Palo Alto Networks ( NASDAQ:PANW ) delivered a mixed bag of results. While revenue for the second quarter surpassed expectations, reaching $1.98 billion—a robust 19% year-over-year increase—the outlook for future billings fell short of Wall Street estimates. This discrepancy triggered a sharp decline in the company's stock price, with shares plummeting over 20% in extended trading.
The primary cause of concern appears to be Palo Alto's cautious forecast for third-quarter billings. The company anticipates billings between $2.30 billion and $2.35 billion, significantly below analysts' average estimate of $2.62 billion. This conservative outlook reflects a broader trend of subdued spending among businesses amidst economic uncertainty, as well as specific challenges within Palo Alto's ( NASDAQ:PANW ) operational landscape.
One notable setback highlighted by Palo Alto's CEO, Nikesh Arora, is the significant shortfall in the company's U.S. federal government business. This unexpected downturn is expected to persist into the third and fourth quarters, further exacerbating the company's near-term challenges. Additionally, Palo Alto ( NASDAQ:PANW ) faces headwinds in its firewall business—a core component of its cybersecurity offerings—as demand slows in the face of changing market dynamics.
Despite these hurdles, Palo Alto Networks ( NASDAQ:PANW ) remains steadfast in its long-term vision. Arora expressed confidence that the company would rebound to its original expectations of mid-to-high double-digit billings growth by the second half of 2025. This optimism is underpinned by Palo Alto's track record of innovation and its ongoing efforts to adapt to evolving cybersecurity threats.
However, investors are understandably cautious in light of the company's revised annual billings outlook. Palo Alto ( NASDAQ:PANW ) now expects billings for the fiscal year to fall within a range of $10.1 billion to $10.2 billion, down from previous expectations of $10.7 billion to $10.8 billion. This downward revision reflects both short-term challenges and broader market dynamics that could impact Palo Alto's growth trajectory in the coming quarters.
In response to these developments, Palo Alto Networks ( NASDAQ:PANW ) must adopt a strategic approach to navigate the turbulent waters ahead. This may involve doubling down on research and development to drive product innovation, expanding into new markets to diversify revenue streams, and enhancing operational efficiency to weather economic uncertainties effectively.
Ultimately, the fate of Palo Alto Networks ( NASDAQ:PANW ) hinges on its ability to adapt and thrive in an increasingly complex cybersecurity landscape. While near-term challenges loom large, the company's underlying strengths and long-term vision suggest that it remains well-positioned to emerge stronger from the current storm.
PANW
Bending Trends Can Warn of Institutional RotationThe Daily chart of NASDAQ:PANW shows a short term bend in the trend which is common when Giant Buy Side Institutions are in quiet rotation mode to lower inventory, attempting not to disturb price.
Also, Volume Oscillators and Money Flow indicate selling hidden mostly in price that is being carefully controlled.
The stock reports today. This doesn't mean that HFTs have this information nor does it mean that HFTs won't gap it up. It means IF you are holding this stock for a swing trade, risk has increased for a possible run or gap down.
PANW Palo Alto Networks Options Ahead of EarningsIf you haven`t bought PANW ahead of the previous earnings:
Then analyzing the options chain and the chart patterns of PANW Palo Alto Networks prior to the earnings report this week,
I would consider purchasing the 500usd strike price Calls with
an expiration date of 2024-4-19,
for a premium of approximately $15.60.
If these options prove to be profitable prior to the earnings release, I would sell at least half of them.
HUBS - running since the big earnings beat in NovemberHUBS on the 3 0 minute chart has been trending up since the last earnings. It is above the high
volume area of the volume profile. Basically it is so trong it is not attracting any short sellers.
Waves of new buyers buy from the float or from those who are collecting their profits and
making room for others. I got a share as a test with the dip the first week of January and
another today. I see this as intermediate term swing trade. If earnings is a huge beat again,
I will get a third share when I see a dip or fade and then another before the next earnings.
Options can be played for those with large risk capital on the sidelines. Seemingly, although
HUBS does not get headlines a great gain is a reasonable potential.
PANW Palo Alto Networks Options Ahead of EarningsIf you haven`t bought PANW`s Double Bottom here:
or before the earnings here:
Then analyzing the options chain and the chart patterns of PANW Palo Alto Networks prior to the earnings report this week,
I would consider purchasing the 230usd strike price Calls with
an expiration date of 2023-9-15,
for a premium of approximately $7.65.
If these options prove to be profitable prior to the earnings release, I would sell at least half of them.
Looking forward to read your opinion about it.
Palo Alto Networks' stock has plummetedPalo Alto Networks' stock has plummeted
This figure shows the weekly candle chart of Palo Alto Networks' stocks from 2020 to present. The graph overlays the bottom to top golden section at the beginning of 2020. As shown in the figure, the recent highest point of Palo Alto Networks' stock has just returned to the 5.618 level above the bottom of the golden section in the figure, and has since plummeted. It is now about to hit the 4.000 level above the bottom of the golden section in the figure! In the future, just use the 4.000 position of the golden section at the bottom of the graph as the long short watershed operation for Palo Alto Networks' stocks!
U Unity is now recovering from a paradoxicalearnings beat of 189% selloff. On the 4H chart the trend down has reversed
and the ZL MACD is confirmatory. Price has bounced off the lower Bollinger
bands as confirmed by the BB Oscillator. I will take a long trade here targeting
the 0.5 fib level in a retracement of the trend down ( 39.95) with the stop loss
at the pivot low of the Friday morning open. U could easily bounce back up to
its per-earnings trading range in the upcoming week. ( See also PANW)
#PANW Straddlle/Trade planWe posted both for more clarity. Take a look! Actual Straddle is bigger and therefore more valuable.
Based on our team's research of the options market, we expect buy activity at the support level or sell activity at the resistance.
We primarily consider levels to be activity zones, but not to be a super-fine level for establishing a limit order. Use them in combination with our own strategy, not in alone.
PANW Palo Alto Networks & the US Gov Agencies Hit By CyberattackIf you haven`t bought PANW here:
Then you should know that Palo Alto Networks offers a range of cybersecurity products, including firewalls, network security, and cloud security solutions.
In light of the recent news regarding cyberattacks on multiple U.S. government agencies, it is reasonable to expect an increased focus on cybersecurity measures, which could potentially benefit cybersecurity stocks in the market. These attacks highlight the vulnerabilities present in the software systems used by government entities, underscoring the urgent need for robust cybersecurity solutions.
The fact that the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is actively investigating the breach indicates the seriousness of the situation and the government's commitment to addressing these security threats. As such, there may be a heightened emphasis on strengthening cybersecurity infrastructure and investing in advanced technologies to defend against future attacks.
Furthermore, the reported involvement of a Russian-speaking hacking group known as CLOP in previous attacks serves as a reminder of the persistent and evolving nature of cyber warfare. This continuous threat landscape necessitates ongoing innovation and investment in cybersecurity.
Considering these factors, cybersecurity stocks have the potential to experience an upward trajectory. Companies specializing in threat intelligence, network security, endpoint protection, and data encryption could be in high demand as organizations and governments seek to fortify their defenses against cyber threats.
My Price Target for PANW is $260 by the end of the year.
Looking forward to read your opinion about it!
PANW - Rising Trend Channel [MID TERM]🔹FTNT is in a rising trend channel in the medium long term.
🔹Supports at 192 in negative reaction.
🔹Short-term momentum is positive with RSI above 70.
🔹Technically positive for medium-term long-term.
Chart Pattern;
🔹DT - Double Top | BEARISH | 🔴
🔹DB - Double Bottom | BULLISH | 🟢
🔹HNS - Head & Shoulder | BEARISH | 🔴
🔹REC - Rectangle | 🔵
🔹iHNS - inverse head & Shoulder | BULLISH | 🟢
Verify it first and believe later.
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PANW Palo Alto Networks Options Ahead of EarningsIf you haven`t bought PANW here:
Then Analyzing the options chain of PANW Palo Alto Networks prior to the earnings report this week,
I would consider purchasing the 190usd strike price Calls with
an expiration date of 2023-6-16,
for a premium of approximately $8.75
If these options prove to be profitable prior to the earnings release, I would sell at least half of them.
Looking forward to read your opinion about it.
PANW Is this bank stock reversing or a correction?PANW as a stressed back stock has been trending down. However as seen with the regional
banks at large ( KRE as an example ) the bear market had a bullish rally the past couple of
trading days. So, is this a reversal to trade or merely a pullback of the trend down good for
a short entry? On the 15 minute chart price has ascended to outside the Fibonacci bands
(EMA 42 2.618 bands) where mean reversion may soon apply. The fisher transform lines are
approaching the redline above where reversal is statistically likely. On the zero lag MACD,
the lines have crossed and are about to cross the zero line. Overall, the chart suggests to be
that PANW and perhaps the regional banks in general are merely taking a break from the trend
down. I see this as an entry opportunity to join the continuation of the trend and will take
a short position.
$PANW Possible Downside for Palo Alto NASDAQ:PANW
Taking a look at PANW here
in a long-term downward channel which can be seen on the daily and weekly time scales
Showing Bearish divergence on the both the MACD and RSI on multiple time scales
With a big gap on the downside.
they report earnings after close today so this one may be one to watch
Let me know what everyone thinks!
Happy Trading!
PANW rallies continue to be capped.Palo Alto Networks - 30d expiry - We look to Sell at 177.77 (stop at 184.04)
Levels above 178 continue to attract sellers.
179 has been pivotal.
The previous swing high is located at 178.97.
Early optimism is likely to lead to gains although extended attempts higher are expected to fail.
Resistance could prove difficult to breakdown.
Our profit targets will be 162.11 and 160.11
Resistance: 171.50 / 175.00 / 179.00
Support: 167.81 / 166.00 / 160.00
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PANW - MyMI Option PlaysWe purchased CALLS for PANW going into yesterday's morning session around the $144 Price Levels as we noticed that PANW broke out of it's Longer-Term Downward Channel. After further analysis, we acknowledge the potential for $165-$168 while showing the potential momentum of breaking through the Expected Resistance around the $152-$153.
We expect to hold this as long as the stock continues to hold the current Blue Trend and for risk management, we would close out our trade and take those profits to purchase our long-term hold in the stock as it is still 28% off of it's $213.63 ATH and some headroom to move forward to the upside.
Will keep you guys updated and thanks for following us at MyMI!
PANW Palo Alto Networks Options Ahead of EarningsLooking at the PANW Palo Alto Networks options chain ahead of earnings , i would buy the $160 strike price in the money Calls with
2022-11-18 expiration date for about
$7.70 premium.
If the options turn out to be profitable Before the earnings release, i would sell at least 50%.
Looking forward to read your opinion about it.
PANW:Earnings surprise catalyst!Palo Alto Networks
Short Term - We look to Buy at 533.54 (stop at 509.45)
They reported better than expected earnings and share jumped in premarket. We are trading within a Bullish Ascending Triangle formation. Broken out of the triangle formation to the upside. Previous resistance at 531.00 now becomes support. Dip buying offers good risk/reward.
Our profit targets will be 604.82 and 620.00
Resistance: 560.00 / 605.00 / 640.00
Support: 531.00 / 460.00 / 400.00
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$BUG Good Cybersecurity BarometerIf you like the cyber security space, you can trade BUG or use it as a barometer as it's comprised of names such as PANW , CROWD ,ZS, etc.
I like this fund because... it's cheap. PANW is trading at almost $600 , options aren't cheap (JUN 620c is 28.4 or $2,840 a contract).
However if you wanted to go long on BUG JUN $32 calls they are trading at about 1.10 ($110) !
Technically, BUG has broken down from the upward channel and is currently trading below the weekly 30day moving average.
Bullish Scenario : Price breaks back into the upward channel , in which case an idea would to be go long with an initial PT of $38
Bearish Scenario : Price rejects at the channel / 30day moving average and we see the next leg down with an initial PT of $25
Of course, with each scenario one could go short / long in one of the individual stock names for a higher R/R trade
$CRWD flag - long to 300 extended target, 250 initial$CRWD showing a beautiful symmetrical triangle setup. If you missed my $BNTX callout this is next to run hard and fast.
$PANW in their last ER admitted they are losing business to $CRWD which is growing at record pace.
Positions: 240/250c 6/18; 250/260c 7/16