The Boeing Company (BA)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
BA
The Boeing Company
$173.38
+0.52%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $135.94B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$558.71
+0.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $286.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Boeing Company generates 22% more annual revenue ($94.91B vs $77.77B). CAT leads profitability with a 15.2% profit margin vs 8.1%. CAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.08. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
BA
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
CAT
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-36.1%
Fair Value
$126.00
Current Price
$173.38
$47.38 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 55 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.5%
17.3% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 46.1% YoY
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.9% revenue growth
Operating margin of 0.3%
Trading at 21.0x book value
Trading at 11.9x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BA
The strongest argument for BA centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : CAT
The strongest argument for CAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.2% and operating margin at 20.5%. Revenue growth of 17.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BA
The primary concerns for BA are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 7.52 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.10 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BA profiles as a value stock while CAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.58 — expect wider price swings.
CAT is growing revenue faster at 17.3% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (75/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 15.2% margins and 17.3% revenue growth. 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.
The Boeing Company
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
The Boeing Company is an American multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells airplanes, rotorcraft, rockets, satellites, telecommunications equipment, and missiles worldwide. The company also provides leasing and product support services.
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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