Investment Q&A

Q: I sent this Q on April 9 but perhaps it was missed, hence the resend. "Question on PANW vs CRWD post-Anthropic Launch.
I’ve noticed a sharp 'gap up and give back' over the last 48 hours [Apr 9] in both Palo Alto Networks (PANW) and CrowdStrike (CRWD). Initially, the market cheered their inclusion as founding partners in Anthropic’s 'Project Glasswing,' but today they are seeing a significant drop—seemingly on fears that Claude’s new autonomous security capabilities could eventually disrupt incumbent vendors.
1. Do you view today’s drop as a valid structural concern regarding AI-driven disintermediation?
2. Which of these two do you feel is better positioned to integrate 'agentic AI' into their platform without eroding their existing moat?
3. Looking at current valuations, does it make sense to harvest a tax loss in PANW here to rotate into CRWD? Or would you sell and deploy proceeds elsewhere, given the current uncertainty in software businesses? :ao:

Q: One of the members mentioned feeling bad that he had missed the boat on the rising tide. I am also in that boat. I had planned to buy something but kept putting it off. That being said, are there still some bargains around? I am thinking of the usually favoured stocks such as Shop, Google, CSU etc.
Thanks for the greatest service

Q: Hello 5i Team,

Following up on your answer to Sandra's question on April 11th re: beaten down U.S. software stocks, could you please rank the top 5 choices in order for a 3+ year hold.

Also, where would CSU rank if it was included as a 6th stock in this list?

Thanks in advance for your always helpful advice!

Q: Hello Team 5i & Everyone,

Would you mind providing a list of 10 American software stocks that are beat down because of AI fears that you think have good potential for a real recovery at some point in the future?

IGV seems to be holding up okay for now with the S&P500 in a downtrend, I assume because it's possibly "oversold".

Thank you!

Sandra

Q: Would you comfortable initiating a position in either of the above? If yes, which one is your preferred and why?

Thanks

Q: Good Morning Team 5i & Everyone,

Do I have this right? The cybersecurity sector is selling off because of the fear that AI will eat their businesses? I’ve heard that Claude has the ability to scan databases for vulnerabilities and suggest targeted software patches for human review, allowing teams to find and fix issues that traditional tools miss. What I don’t understand is why Crowdstrike and the rest wouldn’t just use the same AI or some clone of Claude to make themselves even better at cybersecurity? Can you flush this topic out for me if you’re able to please? I’d like to understand the bear and bull case going forward.

Thank you very much & hope you have a nice weekend,

Sandra

Q: Hello, can you comment on Palo Alto’s latest earnings report and guidance? Is the price drop (Wed morning) overdone? Thanks

Q: Hi 5i,
Could you provide your opinion on the impact if any, of AI on cybersecurity software/companies. They can certainly use AI to their benefit, but can AI provide the same level of protection long term?

Q: hello 5i:
Years ago, we bought PANW as, back then, you considered it a "best of breed". We are not at all unhappy with results. But in continuing the "best of breed", do you see CRWD as being sufficiently "better enough" to warrant making a trade? This is not a short term hold. Can you also comment on the possibility of CRWD being acquired (doubtful that PANW) could or would be.
thanks
Paul L

Q: Could you please share your take on PANW as an early 2026 buy for growth over a long-term hold (10+ years) irrespective of sector allocation or diversification in a portfolio.

What are its core strengths (moats if any?), competitive positioning, threats, etc.?

(A response in January is fine.)

Thanks!

Marc.

Q: I hold Crowdstrike (CRWD) and Palo Alto (PANW) in the cybersecurity space. PANW has done well for me but last year it struggled. I’m thinking of selling some, or all, of PANW and buying Fortinet (FTNT). Could I please get your thoughts? If you were to hold just two, or all three, could you please tell me what percentage you would allocate to each? Thank you.

Q: Happy holidays. No rush to respond but I’d like to add a cyber security stock to my portfolio. Leaning towards CRWD but curious if you think this is the best bet or there are other better options

Thanks!

Q: I am looking to consolidate my growth portfolio. What are your suggestions on replacing these stocks

CHKP,KO, MCD, MDT,HSIC,UPS,NFLX
with
CRWD/PANW,TSM,ISRG,NVDA,LLY,UNH,COST

Q: ZS Could you comment on Q1.
Growth seems strong but the price is down pre market.
Is this a long term hold?
Thanks.

Q: Between OKTA and S which would you invest in going forward, or is there another that is better. If Crowdstrike and Zscaler are your choices, where else would you deploy money.
Thanks Matthew

Q: And another question for the team. What are your recommendations for cyber security stocks and etf's. I have no holding in such.

Q: Hello 5i,

Can you please select your top choices from the list below

USAR or MP or any other recommended rare earth company or ETF

WAR or SHLD

CVLT or PANW or CRWD

IS CRS the best stock for specialty metals. Does CRS fit in with the Rare Earth mining?

Thank you for your insight

D&J

Q: I don't know what to think of OKTA ? It jumped up in March to May and has been going down since. Do I keep it or invest the money elsewhere ? Thanks.

Q: Hi, could you please report and comment on CRWD earnings, forcasts and post market reaction ? thank you.

Q: I have a question about 2514 Greetings:

It has been a long time since a question has been asked about CHKP. I own 500 shares and it has fallen significantly. After reviewing previous questions I would say that your present picks would be PANW and Fortinet. Why is cybersecurity in such a slump? What is the one year outlook for CHKP? Should I switch to PANW?


Thanks,

BEN.