About Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW)
Palo Alto Networks, Inc. is a Software - Infrastructure company operating in the Technology sector.
PANW trades on the US stock exchanges (NYSE/NASDAQ) and is classified as a large-cap stock .
Key Statistics
- Current Price
- $164.05
- Market Cap
- $133.86B
- 52-Week High
- $223.61
- 52-Week Low
- $139.57
- Sector
- Technology
- Industry
- Software - Infrastructure
$1,000 Invested in Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW)
How much would $1,000 invested in PANW be worth today?
What would $1,000 invested in PANW 1 year ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) in 2025 would be worth $900 as of May 2026, representing a -10.0% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in PANW 3 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) in 2023 would be worth $1,735 as of May 2026, representing a +73.5% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in PANW 5 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) in 2021 would be worth $2,921 as of May 2026, representing a +192.2% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in PANW 10 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) in 2016 would be worth $6,419 as of May 2026, representing a +542.0% total return.
What would $1,000 invested in PANW at IPO be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) at IPO would be worth $18,526 as of May 2026, representing a +1752.6% total return.
Monthly Returns Heatmap
Over the past 13+ years (164 months), Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) has averaged a monthly return of +2.27% with a median return of +1.98%. The stock had 94 positive months (57%) and 70 negative months (43%). The best month in PANW's history was November 2020 with a +32.9% return, while the worst was March 2017 at -25.8%. Historically, November tends to be the strongest month (averaging +6.1%), and March the weakest (-2.7%).
PANW's longest winning streak was 9 consecutive months of gains, while its longest losing streak was 4 consecutive months of losses. The best full year was 2023 with a cumulative return of +83.1%, and the worst was 2016 at -27.6%.
Annual Returns
Over 14 years of trading history, Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) has delivered an average annual return of +29.61% with a median return of +23.09%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is +23.12%. The stock posted gains in 11 years (79%) and losses in 3 years (21%).
PANW's best year was 2014 with a +113.28% gain, while the worst was 2016 at -29.01%. The longest streak of consecutive positive years was 5, and the longest losing streak was 1 years. PANW achieved double-digit gains (10%+) in 9 years. It suffered double-digit losses in 3 years.
| Year | Return | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -10.94% | $184.20 | $164.05 |
| 2025 | +1.23% | $181.96 | $184.20 |
| 2024 | +23.41% | $147.44 | $181.96 |
| 2023 | +111.32% | $69.77 | $147.44 |
| 2022 | -24.81% | $92.79 | $69.77 |
| 2021 | +56.66% | $59.23 | $92.79 |
| 2020 | +53.68% | $38.54 | $59.23 |
| 2019 | +22.78% | $31.39 | $38.54 |
| 2018 | +29.95% | $24.16 | $31.39 |
| 2017 | +15.91% | $20.84 | $24.16 |
| 2016 | -29.01% | $29.36 | $20.84 |
| 2015 | +43.71% | $20.43 | $29.36 |
| 2014 | +113.28% | $9.58 | $20.43 |
| 2013 | +7.38% | $8.92 | $9.58 |
Frequently Asked Questions: PANW
What sector is PANW in? ▼
PANW operates in the Technology sector, specifically in the Software - Infrastructure industry. This sector includes companies involved in software, hardware, semiconductors, and IT services.
How has PANW performed historically? ▼
Over 14 years of trading history, PANW has posted gains in 11 years (79% of the time). The best year was 2014 with a +113.3% return. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
How can I invest in PANW? ▼
You can invest in PANW through any brokerage account that offers access to US stock exchanges. Popular options include commission-free brokers like Fidelity, Charles Schwab, or Robinhood (US), or international brokers like Interactive Brokers. You can buy individual shares or invest through ETFs that hold PANW.
Last updated: 3/24/2026