Arlo Technologies (ARLO)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
ARLO
Arlo Technologies
$13.19
+1.46%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.52B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$818.57
+1.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $376.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 12628% more annual revenue ($74.73B vs $587.14M). CAT leads profitability with a 14.5% profit margin vs 5.2%. ARLO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.56. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ARLO
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
CAT
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-40.6%
Fair Value
$8.22
Current Price
$13.19
$4.97 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 20.5% year-over-year
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
Trading at 9.0x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.2% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : ARLO
The strongest argument for ARLO centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.56 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : ARLO
The primary concerns for ARLO are Price/Book, Market Cap, Profit Margin. A P/E of 50.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
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.
CAT is growing revenue faster at 24.0% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (3.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (73/100 vs 52/100) and 24.0% 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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