Arista Networks, Inc. (ANET) Stock Analysis — Fair Value, Risk & Moat Rating
NYQ · Technology · Computer Hardware
Is Arista Networks, Inc. a safe investment right now?
Trading at $172.86, Arista Networks, Inc. (ANET) in the Technology sector carries a FairValueLabs fair value estimate of $122.80 — a margin of safety of -40.8%, placing it in the Overvalued. An Altman Z-Score of 20.93 confirms the company is in the safe zone — financial distress is unlikely near-term. Our moat rating stands at 3.7/5 stars (Solid moat · eroding), indicating moderate competitive positioning.
Could Arista Networks, Inc. go bankrupt? Altman Z-Score analysis
Z-Score of 20.93 is above 3.0, indicating the company is financially healthy by this metric.
- Below 1.8 — Distress Zone (high bankruptcy risk)
- 1.8 to 3.0 — Gray Zone (elevated uncertainty)
- Above 3.0 — Safe Zone (financially healthy)
What drives ANET's Z-Score?
| Component | Formula | Value | Weight | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A · Working Capital / Total Assets | WC / TA | 0.5661 | 1.2 | 0.68 |
| B · Retained Earnings / Total Assets | RE / TA | 0.4857 | 1.4 | 0.68 |
| C · EBIT / Total Assets | EBIT / TA | 0.1983 | 3.3 | 0.65 |
| D · Market Cap / Total Liabilities | MCap / TL | 30.7512 | 0.6 | 18.45 |
| E · Revenue / Total Assets | Rev / TA | 0.4631 | 1.0 | 0.46 |
How has ANET's financial health changed over time?
| Year | Z-Score | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 71.91 | Safe |
| 2023 | 50.54 | Safe |
| 2024 | 34.98 | Safe |
| 2025 | 20.93 | Safe |
Source: Calculated from ANET's latest 10-K filing on SEC EDGAR.
What is Arista Networks, Inc. actually worth?
How we calculated this
| Input | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Predicted EPS (α) | $3.07 | Proprietary blend of reported actuals + analyst consensus, weighted by α |
| Last Year EPS | $2.75 | Annual report (SEC EDGAR) |
| Analyst Consensus EPS (This Year) | $3.54 | 26 analysts consensus |
| Trailing P/E | 60.6x | Current market pricing |
| Fair P/E (β discount) | 40.0x | Trailing PE adjusted by value discount factor β, hard-capped |
| Earnings Trend (γ) | Growing | Directional signal: predicted vs trailing EPS |
Wall Street Reference: Analyst consensus target price is $177.40 (26 analysts). This is shown for reference only and is not used in our valuation model.
Source: Earnings data from SEC EDGAR filings. Market data via Yahoo Finance.
Does Arista Networks, Inc. have a durable competitive advantage?
Moat rating: 3.7/5.
What makes up ANET's moat score?
ROIC Stability
ROIC variability over the past decade. Score: 4/5.
Gross Margin Trend
Gross margin trajectory over the past decade. Score: 4/5.
Switching Costs
Estimated customer lock-in based on margin level. Score: 3/5.
How stable is ANET's return on invested capital?
| Year | ROIC | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 31.3% | — |
| 2023 | 31.3% | Stable |
| 2024 | 29.5% | Declining |
| 2025 | 31.2% | Rising |
Source: ROIC calculated from SEC EDGAR filings.
Is Arista Networks, Inc.'s dividend safe?
Arista Networks, Inc.'s key financial metrics
| Metric | Latest | 1Y Ago | 3Y Ago | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $9.0B | $7.0B | $4.4B | Rising |
| Net Income | $3.5B | $2.9B | $1.4B | Rising |
| Free Cash Flow | $4.3B | $3.7B | $0.4B | Rising |
| Gross Margin | 64.1% | 64.1% | 61.1% | Stable |
Common questions about Arista Networks, Inc.
Is Arista Networks, Inc. at risk of going bankrupt?
Arista Networks, Inc.'s Altman Z-Score of 20.93 places it in the safe zone. This metric uses balance sheet ratios to predict bankruptcy probability within 2 years. A score below 1.8 signals distress, while above 3.0 indicates safety.
What is Arista Networks, Inc.'s estimated fair value?
Our valuation model estimates Arista Networks, Inc.'s fair value at $122.80 per share. The current margin of safety is -40.8%. This estimate uses a PE-based approach with analyst consensus earnings.
Does Arista Networks, Inc. have a competitive moat?
Arista Networks, Inc. receives a moat rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on ROIC stability, gross margin trends, and estimated switching costs. A rating above 3.5 suggests a durable competitive advantage.
Does Arista Networks, Inc. pay a dividend?
Arista Networks, Inc. does not currently pay a regular dividend, or has suspended its dividend. Check the dividend safety section for the latest status.
FairValueLabs Disclaimer
All valuations, scores, ratings, and classifications on this page are produced by the FairValueLabs internal valuation system. They do not represent actual market value, guaranteed outcomes, or professional investment advice. These are analytical estimates for educational and research purposes only.
This is not financial advice. All data is sourced from SEC EDGAR public filings. Always consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Last updated: Apr 20, 2026. Data sources: SEC EDGAR (financial statements), Yahoo Finance (market data, analyst consensus). Data may not reflect the most recent quarter.
ANET analysis methodology: How we calculate fair value, Z-Scores, and moat ratings