Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsExpeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$783.63
-4.27%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $376.28B
EXPD
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.
$192.60
+1.73%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $24.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 521% more annual revenue ($74.73B vs $12.04B). CAT leads profitability with a 14.5% profit margin vs 7.6%. CAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.41. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
CAT
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
EXPD
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Margin of Safety
-62.6%
Fair Value
$99.58
Current Price
$192.60
$93.02 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 56 in profit
Earnings expanding 68.2% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Revenue surging 24.0% year-over-year
Generating 3.3B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 43 in profit
Revenue surging 32.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 51.5% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 18.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Moderate valuation
Trading at 11.8x book value
7.6% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CAT
The strongest argument for CAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 24.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.41 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : EXPD
The strongest argument for EXPD centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 32.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : EXPD
The primary concerns for EXPD are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT profiles as a growth stock while EXPD is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.59 — expect wider price swings.
EXPD is growing revenue faster at 32.1% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (3.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (73/100 vs 66/100) and 24.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Visit Website →Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
Expeditors (Expeditors International of Washington) is an American worldwide logistics and freight forwarding company headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
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