BTIG Rates Palo Alto Networks (PANW) buy, $380 Price Target

BTIG has reaffirmed its buy rating on Palo Alto Networks, setting a price target of $380, a 11.43% upside from the current price.

By TradeTexts Research Desk · Published Jun 30, 2026, 9:05 PM EDT · Updated Jul 1, 2026, 3:01 PM EDT

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BTIG rated Palo Alto Networks, Inc. ($PANW) "buy" with a $380 price target on June 30, 2026.

Since the rating, $PANW is down 1.2% after 1 week, down 4.5% after 1 month and up 0.3% to date (from the $341.02 close on Jun 30, 2026).

PANW Palo Alto Networks, Inc.

$342 +90.67% year to date

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Key Points

On June 30, 2026, BTIG reiterated its buy rating for Palo Alto Networks, setting a price target of $380.
BTIG's $380 price target implies 11.43% upside from Palo Alto Networks, Inc.'s ($PANW) current $341.02 share price.
Shares of Palo Alto Networks traded near $332 on Wednesday, with a market cap of $247.9 billion and a forward P/E of 73.9.
Insiders, including the CFO, sold shares in June, while analysts maintain a buy consensus with a mean target price of $309.31.

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On June 30, 2026, BTIG reiterated its buy rating for Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (NasdaqGS: PANW), setting a price target of $380. Analyst Gray Powell maintained the rating, reflecting continued confidence in the company's market position.

Analyst rating track record

BTIG vs. the S&P 500

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Other Institutional Activity in Palo Alto Networks

Several major institutional investors have been active in Palo Alto Networks. BlackRock, Inc. increased its holdings by 12,868,452 shares, ending with 72,431,433 shares valued at approximately $11.6 billion, marking a 21.6% increase. Vanguard Capital Management LLC opened a new position with 52,765,656 shares valued at about $8.5 billion. Similarly, State Street Corp added 5,154,613 shares, resulting in a 17% increase to 35,486,318 shares worth roughly $5.7 billion. Morgan Stanley also increased its stake by 1,855,974 shares to 32,318,958 shares, valued at $5.2 billion, reflecting a 6.1% rise.

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. Stock Down 9.1%

Shares of Palo Alto Networks traded near $332 on Wednesday. The company has a market cap of $247.9 billion, a P/E ratio of 262.2, and a forward P/E of 73.9. Its beta is 0.942, indicating lower volatility compared to the market. The stock's 52-week range is between $139.57 and $306.24, with a 50-day moving average of $237.56 and a 200-day moving average of $198.57. The company has a current ratio of 0.856 and a quick ratio of 0.728, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 7.698.

12-month forecast

$PANW price target

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Recent Earnings

For its recent quarter, Palo Alto Networks reported revenue of $10.6 billion, showing a growth rate of 31.1%. The company achieved an EPS of $1.16, with a net margin of 7.95% and a return on equity of 4.83%. The next earnings report is expected on August 18, 2026.

Insider Buying and Selling at Palo Alto Networks, Inc.

Several insiders have sold shares recently. Dipak Golechha, EVP and CFO, sold 5,000 shares on June 23, 2026, at an average price of $289.57 under a planned sale. Aparna Bawa sold 345 shares at $290.17 on June 22, 2026. James Goetz sold 20,000 shares on June 12, 2026, at $279.90. Other sales included Aparna Bawa's 536 shares at $280.00 and John Key's 7,500 shares at $279.24, both on June 12, 2026.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On June 30, 2026, BTIG maintained its buy rating with a $380 price target. Other firms like Citigroup, UBS, Mizuho, Morgan Stanley, BNP Paribas, Susquehanna, and Piper Sandler also maintained their ratings earlier in June, with targets ranging from $300 to $350. The consensus among 49 analysts is a buy, with a mean target price of $309.31.

About Palo Alto Networks

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. is a leading provider of cybersecurity solutions, headquartered in Santa Clara, California. The company offers a wide range of products and services, including network security management, cloud protection, and threat intelligence. Led by CEO Nikesh Arora, Palo Alto Networks employs over 21,000 people and serves various industries, including education, healthcare, and telecommunications.

Bottom Line

BTIG's reiterated buy rating and $380 price target highlight continued confidence in Palo Alto Networks. While the stock trades near $332, analysts remain optimistic, with a consensus buy rating. Insider sales have been noted, but institutional investors continue to show strong interest. As always, 13F filings and analyst ratings reflect past actions and projections that may not indicate future performance.