Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsEnerpac Tool Group Corp (EPAC)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$890.11
+9.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $414.16B
EPAC
Enerpac Tool Group Corp
$35.10
+1.65%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 10711% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $625.19M). EPAC leads profitability with a 13.7% profit margin vs 13.1%. EPAC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.34. EPAC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
EPAC
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 19.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Earnings declined 18.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CAT
The strongest argument for CAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : EPAC
The strongest argument for EPAC centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its 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.
Bear Case : EPAC
The primary concerns for EPAC are Market Cap, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT profiles as a growth stock while EPAC is a value 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
EPAC scores higher overall (59/100 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.
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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INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Enerpac Tool Group Corp. The company is headquartered in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin.
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