Booz Allen Hamilton Holding (BAH)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
BAH
Booz Allen Hamilton Holding
$76.45
+0.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.22B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$890.11
+9.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $414.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 492% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $11.41B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs 7.3%. BAH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. BAH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
BAH
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+32.9%
Fair Value
$118.90
Current Price
$76.45
$42.45 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 75 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
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
Trading at 9.0x book value
7.3% margin — thin
Revenue declined 10.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 19.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BAH
The strongest argument for BAH centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.09 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 : BAH
The primary concerns for BAH are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Revenue 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
BAH 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.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BAH scores higher overall (58/100 vs 55/100). 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.
Booz Allen Hamilton Holding
INDUSTRIALS · CONSULTING SERVICES · USA
Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation provides management and technology consulting, analytics, engineering, digital operations, mission operations, and cyber solutions to governments, corporations, and nonprofits in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in McLean, Virginia.
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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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