Acco Brands Corporation (ACCO)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
ACCO
Acco Brands Corporation
$4.23
-2.31%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $370.88M
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$808.91
+3.38%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $409.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 4462% more annual revenue ($70.75B vs $1.55B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.3% profit margin vs 4.8%. ACCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ACCO
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
CAT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+38.9%
Fair Value
$6.78
Current Price
$4.23
$2.55 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 50 in profit
Revenue surging 22.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 30.2% YoY
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
4.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.1%
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 20.0x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACCO
The strongest argument for ACCO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.77 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CAT
The strongest argument for CAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 22.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ACCO
The primary concerns for ACCO are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 43.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.31 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACCO profiles as a value stock while CAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — expect wider price swings.
CAT is growing revenue faster at 22.2% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 62/100) and 22.2% revenue growth. ACCO offers better value entry with a 38.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Acco Brands Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · BUSINESS EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES · USA
ACCO Brands Corporation designs, manufactures and markets consumer, school, technology and office products. The company is headquartered in Lake Zurich, Illinois.
Caterpillar Inc
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Caterpillar Inc. (often shortened to CAT) is an American Fortune 100 corporation that designs, develops, engineers, manufactures, markets, and sells machinery, engines, financial products, and insurance to customers via a worldwide dealer network.
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