Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste SAB de CV ADR (ASR)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
ASR
Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste SAB de CV ADR
$299.22
-1.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.99B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$810.05
+9.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $414.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 81% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $37.31B). ASR leads profitability with a 26.2% profit margin vs 13.1%. ASR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. ASR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ASR
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+76.8%
Fair Value
$1627.44
Current Price
$299.22
$1328.22 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 52.9%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
18.0% revenue growth
Generating 2.2B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
0.8% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 20.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 17.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASR
The strongest argument for ASR centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.2% and operating margin at 52.9%. PEG of 0.92 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 18.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ASR
The primary concerns for ASR are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 44.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.03 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASR profiles as a value stock while CAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
CAT is growing revenue faster at 18.0% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor AIRPORTS & AIR SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ASR scores higher overall (63/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 26.2% margins. Both earn "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.
Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste SAB de CV ADR
INDUSTRIALS · AIRPORTS & AIR SERVICES · USA
Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste, SAB de CV holds concessions to operate, maintain and develop airports in the southeast region of Mexico. The company is headquartered in Mexico City, Mexico.
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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