Arlo Technologies (ARLO)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
ARLO
Arlo Technologies
$12.80
-1.01%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.40B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$904.28
+1.44%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $419.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 12521% more annual revenue ($70.75B vs $560.61M). CAT leads profitability with a 13.3% profit margin vs 5.5%. ARLO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.59. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ARLO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
CAT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-50.3%
Fair Value
$7.69
Current Price
$12.80
$5.11 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 26.3% year-over-year
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
Trading at 8.7x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.5% margin — thin
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 : ARLO
The strongest argument for ARLO centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.59 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 : ARLO
The primary concerns for ARLO are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Market Cap. A P/E of 46.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
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
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
ARLO is growing revenue faster at 26.3% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 56/100) 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.
Arlo Technologies
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Arlo Technologies, Inc. provides smart connected devices to monitor environments in real time with a Wi-Fi or cellular connection in the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and Asia Pacific regions. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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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