Bloom Energy Corp (BE)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
BE
Bloom Energy Corp
$133.24
-0.21%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $37.38B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$695.40
-4.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $325.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 3239% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $2.02B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs -4.4%. CAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.86. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
BE
Hold35
out of 100
Grade: F
CAT
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BE.
Margin of Safety
-444.6%
Fair Value
$127.70
Current Price
$695.40
$567.70 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 35.9% year-over-year
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
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 48.5x book value
ROE of -12.7% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 15.2x book value
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BE
The strongest argument for BE centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 35.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : BE
The primary concerns for BE are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.03 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BE profiles as a hypergrowth stock while CAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BE carries more volatility with a beta of 3.18 — expect wider price swings.
BE is growing revenue faster at 35.9% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (57/100 vs 35/100) and 18.0% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Bloom Energy Corp
INDUSTRIALS · ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & PARTS · USA
Bloom Energy Corporation designs, manufactures and sells solid oxide fuel cell systems for on-site power generation in the United States, Japan, China, India, and the Republic of Korea. 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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