In the fast-paced world of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence, CrowdStrike (CRWD) is making waves with its recent partnership with Google Cloud. As industry rival Palo Alto Networks (PANW) releases its earnings and cybersecurity threats continue to rise, CrowdStrike is positioning itself as a top player in the market.

With an impressive Composite Rating of 98, CrowdStrike surpasses Palo Alto Networks’ rating of 97. CrowdStrike also stands out by earning a spot on IBD Leaderboard watchlist, a feat unmatched by other cybersecurity firms.

As Palo Alto Networks prepares to announce its earnings, CrowdStrike is gearing up to reveal its latest performance numbers on June 4. In its most recent quarterly report, CrowdStrike showed remarkable growth with a 102% increase in earnings and a 33% rise in revenue.

Analysts are optimistic about CrowdStrike’s future, forecasting a 57% earnings growth for the upcoming report. The partnership between CrowdStrike and Google Cloud further solidifies the company’s position by combining AI-powered services with expertise in cybersecurity threat detection.

Despite the absence of cybersecurity stocks in the recent list of new buys by mutual funds, CrowdStrike remains a popular choice among 62 funds with an A+ rating from IBD. The company’s strong demand is evident with a B Accumulation/Distribution Rating and consistent quarters of rising fund ownership.

With its relative strength line on the rise and a second-stage cup pattern forming, CrowdStrike is showing signs of technical strength. The stock is currently trading above its 50-day moving average, with a buy point set at 365.