Ameresco Inc (AMRC)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
AMRC
Ameresco Inc
$28.46
-13.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.91B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$904.28
+1.44%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $419.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 3472% more annual revenue ($70.75B vs $1.98B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.3% profit margin vs 1.6%. CAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.06. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AMRC
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
CAT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+15.4%
Fair Value
$39.81
Current Price
$28.46
$11.35 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
ROE of 4.4% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.5%
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 : AMRC
The strongest argument for AMRC centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 13.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : AMRC
The primary concerns for AMRC are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 62.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.85 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
AMRC profiles as a value stock while CAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMRC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.55 — 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 46/100) and 22.2% revenue growth. AMRC offers better value entry with a 15.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Ameresco Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Ameresco, Inc. provides comprehensive energy services for businesses and organizations in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts.
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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