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Baptista Research is owned and managed by Ishan Majumdar, an ex-Venture Capitalist/ Investment Banker, a Chartered Accountant, and a Masters’ degree holder in Management from HEC Paris. Ishan has nearly a decade of experience in Mergers and Acquisitions, Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs), Venture Capital Investing, Corporate Strategy, and Valuation in front-office roles at the likes of BNP Paribas CIB, Credit Agricole CIB, Groupe Danone, and TIW Private Equity. He has worked on and closed multiple acquisition deals, leveraged buyouts, and start-up investment transactions.

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<ul><li>Palo Alto Networks recently discussed their fourth quarter financial results, detailing both positive achievements and certain challenges.</li><li>The company reported a significant growth trajectory, crossing the $10 billion revenue mark, a first for a dedicated cybersecurity company.</li><li>This milestone reflects the successful execution of a long-term strategy focused on preemptive cybersecurity advancements tailored to match the evolving market landscape.</li></ul>

Palo Alto Networks recently discussed their fourth quarter financial results, detailing both positive achievements and certain challenges.The company reported a significant growth trajectory, crossing the $10 billion revenue mark, a first for a dedicated cybersecurity company.This milestone reflects the successful execution of a long-term strategy focused on preemptive cybersecurity advancements tailored to match the evolving market landscape.

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<ul><li>Palo Alto Networks recently discussed their fourth quarter financial results, detailing both positive achievements and certain challenges.</li><li>The company reported a significant growth trajectory, crossing the $10 billion revenue mark, a first for a dedicated cybersecurity company.</li><li>This milestone reflects the successful execution of a longterm strategy focused on preemptive cybersecurity advancements tailored to match the evolving market landscape.</li></ul>

Palo Alto Networks recently discussed their fourth quarter financial results, detailing both positive achievements and certain challenges.The company reported a significant growth trajectory, crossing the $10 billion revenue mark, a first for a dedicated cybersecurity company.This milestone reflects the successful execution of a longterm strategy focused on preemptive cybersecurity advancements tailored to match the evolving market landscape.

Palo Alto Networks: Expansion of Next-Gen Security Offerings

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/palo-alto-networks-inc" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:7886:1" rel="noopener">Palo Alto Networks (PANW US)</a> is acquiring <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/cyberark-software-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:27151:1" rel="noopener">CyberArk Software Ltd (CYBR US)</a> in a $25B stock-and-cash deal, with shareholders receiving $45 plus 2.2005 PANW shares per CYBR share.</li>
<li>The transaction is expected to close in the second half of Palo Alto’s fiscal 2026 (February–July 2026), subject to customary regulatory approvals and CyberArk shareholder consent.</li>
<li>Upon completion, the deal will trigger significant passive flows, with an upweight of <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/palo-alto-networks-inc" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:7886:1" rel="noopener">Palo Alto Networks (PANW US)</a> and the removal of <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/cyberark-software-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:27151:1" rel="noopener">CyberArk Software Ltd (CYBR US)</a> from relevant indices.</li>
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Palo Alto Networks (PANW US) is acquiring CyberArk Software Ltd (CYBR US) in a $25B stock-and-cash deal, with shareholders receiving $45 plus 2.2005 PANW shares per CYBR share.
The transaction is expected to close in the second half of Palo Alto’s fiscal 2026 (February–July 2026), subject to customary regulatory approvals and CyberArk shareholder consent.
Upon completion, the deal will trigger significant passive flows, with an upweight of Palo Alto Networks (PANW US) and the removal of CyberArk Software Ltd (CYBR US) from relevant indices.


Palo Alto's $25B CyberArk Deal: Major US and Global Index Implications Ahead

<ul><li>Palo Alto Networks is reportedly closing in on one of the cybersecurity industry's largest deals of the year with a potential acquisition of Israel-based CyberArk Software.</li><li>This move, expected to be finalized within days, could value CyberArk well above its current $20 billion market capitalization.</li><li>CyberArk, known for its strength in privileged access management and identity security, boasts over 10,000 customers globally and has been shifting towards a subscription-based model under CEO Matt Cohen.</li></ul>

Palo Alto Networks is reportedly closing in on one of the cybersecurity industry's largest deals of the year with a potential acquisition of Israel-based CyberArk Software.This move, expected to be finalized within days, could value CyberArk well above its current $20 billion market capitalization.CyberArk, known for its strength in privileged access management and identity security, boasts over 10,000 customers globally and has been shifting towards a subscription-based model under CEO Matt Cohen.

Palo Alto’s $20 Billion Cyber Grab: Here's What the CyberArk Deal Could Unlock!

<ul><li>Rumors are swirling around a potential acquisition that could significantly reshape the cybersecurity landscape.</li><li>SentinelOne, a company known for its autonomous endpoint protection platform, saw its shares surge after reports emerged suggesting that industry giant Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW) might be in advanced talks to acquire it.</li><li>While neither company has confirmed the speculation, multiple Israeli media outlets have cited industry sources suggesting a potential deal value of around $7 billion.</li></ul>

Rumors are swirling around a potential acquisition that could significantly reshape the cybersecurity landscape.SentinelOne, a company known for its autonomous endpoint protection platform, saw its shares surge after reports emerged suggesting that industry giant Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW) might be in advanced talks to acquire it.While neither company has confirmed the speculation, multiple Israeli media outlets have cited industry sources suggesting a potential deal value of around $7 billion.

Palo Alto Eyes SentinelOne: The $7 Billion Power Move That Could Reshape Cybersecurity!

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Palo Alto Networks, Inc. provides network security solutions. The Company offers firewalls that identify and control applications, scan content to stop threats, prevent data leakage, integrated application, user, and content visibility. Palo Alto Networks serves customers worldwide.

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