Financial PerformanceFTNT missed street estimates in three of the last six quarters and guided 2024 billings down slightly in each of the last two calls.
Growth OutlookThe updated 3 - 5 year growth targets offered by management were slightly disappointing, with expectations for billings and revenue to grow at a 12% average annual pace over the mid-term.
Market CompetitionCompetition remains fierce in SASE and SecOps, and skepticism exists about whether new initiatives can impact near-to-medium-term growth.