Air T Inc (AIRT)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
AIRT
Air T Inc
$30.69
+5.10%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $78.74M
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$818.57
+1.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $376.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 20006% more annual revenue ($74.73B vs $371.68M). AIRT leads profitability with a 17.2% profit margin vs 14.5%. AIRT trades at a lower P/E of 1.3x. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
AIRT
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
CAT
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+38.9%
Fair Value
$38.39
Current Price
$30.69
$7.70 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
Revenue surging 62.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 76.9% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 56 in profit
Earnings expanding 68.2% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Revenue surging 24.0% year-over-year
Generating 3.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -48.3% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Operating margin of -8.6%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 19.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AIRT
The strongest argument for AIRT centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.2% and operating margin at -8.6%. Revenue growth of 62.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CAT
The strongest argument for CAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 24.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.41 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AIRT
The primary concerns for AIRT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 4.06 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.59 — expect wider price swings.
AIRT is growing revenue faster at 62.9% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (3.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (73/100 vs 66/100) and 24.0% revenue growth. AIRT offers better value entry with a 38.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Air T Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Air T, Inc. provides overnight air cargo, ground equipment sales, commercial jet engines and parts, printing equipment, and maintenance services in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Denver, North Carolina.
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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