Key Takeaways Industry Overview * **Security Software Demand Remains Strong**: Despite macroeconomic challenges, demand for security software remains robust. This is driven by the increasing volume and severity of cyber threats, the growing importance of data security, and the shift towards digital transformation. * **Platformization Trend**: The trend of consolidating security solutions into a single platform continues to gain momentum. This is driven by the need for simplicity, efficiency, and cost savings. * **M&A Activity Accelerating**: M&A activity in the security software industry is accelerating, with both strategic and financial buyers seeking to expand their capabilities and market share. Company-Specific Outlook * **CyberArk (CYBR)**: CYBR remains a strong pick with a favorable competitive environment, expanding margins, and potential for long-term margin expansion and cash flow generation. * **SentinelOne (S)**: S is well-positioned for growth as a sustainable profitable emerging competitor with a compelling setup for 2025. * **Okta (OKTA)**: OKTA is a leader in IAM and a primary beneficiary of the growing strategic importance of Identity Security. * **CrowdStrike (CRWD)**: CRWD is expected to reaccelerate growth and profitability following the July 19th outage. * **Palo Alto Networks (PANW)**: PANW is well-positioned to consolidate share within several of the largest and highest priority enterprise security markets. * **Zscaler (ZS)**: ZS is a leader in SSE/SASE markets and a beneficiary of enterprise spending and vendor consolidation. * **Tenable (TENB)**: TENB is well-positioned for better growth, as the company continues to take share at the expense of its VM-related peers. * **Fortinet (FTNT)**: FTNT is well-positioned to benefit from a firewall refresh cycle in FY26 but faces near-term headwinds. * **Check Point (CHKP)**: CHKP is well-positioned for Hybrid Cloud and Digital Transformation growth but faces valuation challenges. * **N-able (NABL)**: NABL is still relatively early with platform expansion efforts but faces near-term headwinds. * **Rapid7 (RPD)**: RPD is well-aligned with elevated SecOps and Cloud Security demand but faces execution challenges. * **Varonis (VRNS)**: VRNS is delivering better than expected execution with its SaaS transition and is well-positioned for growth. * **Qualys (QLYS)**: QLYS is targeting TAM expansion but faces challenges with customer/revenue growth. * **CS Disco (LAW)**: LAW is facing execution challenges and a lack of profitability. Sector Themes * **Securing AI**: The rise of Generative AI presents new security challenges and opportunities. Security software companies are developing solutions to secure AI across the infrastructure, data, model, access, and outputs. * **Data Security**: Data security is becoming increasingly important, driven by the growing volume of data and the increasing number of data breaches. * **Convergence of Cyber and Physical**: The convergence of cyber and physical security is blurring the lines between the two domains and creating new opportunities for security software companies. * **Cloud Security**: Cloud security remains one of the fastest-growing segments within security, driven by the shift towards cloud computing. * **SASE/SSE**: Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Secure Service Edge (SSE) are gaining momentum as solutions for securing hybrid networks. Valuation and Fundamentals * **Profitability Matters**: Companies with strong unit economics and embedded operating leverage are well-positioned to deliver better gross margins and LTV. * **Platformization**: Companies with strong platform capabilities are well-positioned to deliver greater levels of margin expansion and FCF growth. * **M&A Activity**: M&A activity can provide a significant boost to growth and profitability. Conclusion The security software industry remains a strong investment opportunity with a healthy demand backdrop, reasonable expectations, and a number of attractive setups for better than expected execution. Companies with strong platform capabilities, a focus on profitability, and the ability to innovate and adapt to changing market conditions are well-positioned to succeed.

North America Equity Research 16 December 2024 J P M O R G A N CrowdStrike (CRWD) • Our Bull case is centered on a bottom-up analysis by product segment. We expect CRWD will continue to gain market share within its endpoint market while taking meaningful share with emerging products. CrowdStrike grew its Endpoint market share by 30bp in CY23 (FY24) according to IDC and our bull-case scenario considers that CRWD's endpoint market share can grow to 25.0% in FY27, assuming that we'll see capitulation from ente ...

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North America Equity Research 16 December 2024 J P M O R G A N Autos Valuation Comp Sheet Priced as of December 13, 2024 Autos & Auto Parts Ryan Brinkman AC (1-212) 622-6581 ryan.j.brinkman@jpmorgan.com Rajat Gupta AC (1-212) 622-6382 rajat.gupta@jpmorgan.com Jash Patwa AC (1-212) 622-5472 jash.patwa@jpmchase.com J.P. Morgan Securities LLC nml Table Of Contents In this note, we include the latest comp sheet and valuation metrics for global automotive OEMs (page 3), auto parts suppliers (page 5), auto auctio ...

Key Points **1. Stock Connect Holdings and Flows**: * **Stock Connect holdings** have increased significantly over the years, reaching $466.73 billion since inception. * **Southbound weekly flows** have been relatively stable, averaging $2.73 billion over the past year. * **Cumulative southbound flows** have been strong, reaching $95.95 billion year-to-date. **2. Sector Analysis**: * **Communication Services** and **Consumer Discretionary** sectors have seen significant inflows, with weekly flows of $1.1 billion and $0.5 billion, respectively. * **Financials** and **Health Care** sectors have also seen notable inflows, with weekly flows of $0.8 billion and $0.2 billion, respectively. * **Industrials** and **Materials** sectors have seen moderate inflows, with weekly flows of $0.3 billion and $0.1 billion, respectively. **3. Top Holdings**: * **Tencent Holdings Ltd** remains the largest holding, with a market cap of $459 billion and a 43% stake. * **China Mobile Ltd** is the second-largest holding, with a market cap of $258 billion and a 99% stake. * **Alibaba Group Holding Ltd** is the third-largest holding, with a market cap of $140 billion and a 58% stake. **4. ETFs and Warrants**: * **ETFs** have seen significant inflows, with the top 10 ETFs having a total AUM of $319 billion. * **Warrants** have seen moderate inflows, with the total warrant market activity reaching $0.7 billion. **5. Market Cap and Performance**: * **Large cap** stocks have outperformed, with the CSI 300 index returning 16% year-to-date. * **Mid cap** stocks have returned 15%, while **small cap** stocks have returned 10%. * **Cyclical** stocks have outperformed **defensive** stocks, with the cyclical sector returning 23% year-to-date compared to 6% for the defensive sector. **6. Margin Trading and Short Selling**: * **Margin trading** has seen significant growth, with the total margin balance outstanding reaching $1.9 trillion. * **Short selling** has also seen growth, with the total short selling turnover reaching $0.4 billion. **7. Index Performance**: * The **HSI** index has returned 16% year-to-date. * The **HSCEI** index has returned 18% year-to-date. * The **A50** index has returned 19% year-to-date. **8. Valuation**: * The **PE ratio** of the **HSCEI** index is at 11.5x, which is at the 67th percentile compared to the 10-year average of 11.1x. **9. Future Outlook**: * The outlook for the Chinese equity market remains positive, with strong fundamentals and supportive macroeconomic conditions. * The market is expected to continue to see strong inflows from both domestic and international investors.

Key Points **Industry Overview** * **Mixed Results**: The industry is experiencing mixed results in terms of earnings and cost of capital. ROIC incorporates returns from operating assets and capital allocation decisions, including acquisitions and spectrum investments. * **Competitive Pressure**: The Canadian telecom industry is facing competitive pressure and slowing growth, partly due to initiatives from the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) promoting competition. * **Macroeconomic Outlook**: The macro team believes the Canadian economy will remain in excess supply, leading to softer growth in 2H24 and 2025 compared to the central bank's October projections. * **Wireless Market**: The wireless market is experiencing significant competition, with Quebecor capturing market share with lower prices and aggressive strategies. * **Fixed Broadband**: Telus and Bell Canada are expected to benefit from their continued fiber builds in the fixed broadband market. **Company-Specific** * **BCE**: BCE has underperformed the sector for several years and currently has a 11% dividend yield reflecting growth and capital structure concerns. The company's dividend payout ratio exceeds FCF generation, and the Ziply acquisition is expected to be dilutive to FCF at least until 2028. * **Rogers**: Rogers is focused on de-leveraging after the Shaw acquisition, but the challenging industry growth is occurring at an inopportune time. The company's recent structured equity financing is creative but has created some confusion among bond and equity holders. * **Telus**: Telus is well-positioned in the broadband market due to its fiber-rich network and ability to bundle mobile with other services. The company has a more balanced risk/reward profile compared to BCE and Rogers. **Valuation and Outlook** * **Valuation**: The report presents a valuation framework focusing on growth and ROIC rather than yield. It considers factors such as scale, profitability, leverage, financial policy, and shareholder return. * **Outlook**: The report expects the Canadian telecom industry to continue facing challenges, including competition, regulatory changes, and economic conditions. The outlook for BCE, Rogers, and Telus is cautious, with a focus on potential risks and opportunities.

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