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FTNT Investor Alert: A Securities Fraud Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against Fortinet, Inc. (FTNT) - Contact Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP
FortinetFortinet(US:FTNT) Prnewswireยท2025-09-27 15:00

Core Viewpoint - A securities class action lawsuit has been filed against Fortinet, Inc. for alleged misleading statements and omissions regarding the company's business operations and prospects during the Class Period from November 8, 2024, to August 6, 2025 [1]. Group 1: Allegations Against Fortinet - The lawsuit claims that Fortinet misrepresented the profitability of its product refresh cycle, stating it would be more lucrative than it actually was, as it involved old products that constituted a "small percentage" of the business [3]. - It is alleged that Fortinet did not have a clear understanding of the actual number of FortiGate firewalls eligible for upgrades, which was not disclosed to investors [3]. - The complaint asserts that Fortinet misled investors by claiming that the refresh would gain momentum over two years, while in reality, the company had pushed through about half of the refresh in just a few months by the end of Q2 2025 [3]. - As a result of these actions, the statements made by Fortinet regarding its business and future prospects were materially false and misleading [3]. Group 2: Legal Process and Participation - Investors in Fortinet have until November 21, 2025, to seek appointment as lead plaintiff in the class action, which involves representing the interests of all class members [4]. - The lead plaintiff is typically the investor or group of investors with the largest financial interest in the case and is responsible for directing the litigation [4]. - Investors can choose to participate actively or remain as absent class members without affecting their ability to share in any potential recovery [4].