Aecom Technology Corporation (ACM)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
ACM
Aecom Technology Corporation
$71.14
-2.12%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.01B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$904.28
+1.44%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $419.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 343% more annual revenue ($70.75B vs $15.99B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.3% profit margin vs 3.2%. ACM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.71. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ACM
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
CAT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-65.9%
Fair Value
$60.80
Current Price
$71.14
$10.34 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 28.5% YoY
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
0.8% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
3.2% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 22.3x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACM
The strongest argument for ACM centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. PEG of 0.71 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 : ACM
The primary concerns for ACM are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.31 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACM profiles as a value stock while CAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — 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 64/100) and 22.2% revenue growth. 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.
Aecom Technology Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
AECOM provides professional construction and program management services in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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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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