Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsGreat Lakes Dredge & Dock (GLDD)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$890.11
+9.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $414.16B
GLDD
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
$17.00
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 7509% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $888.28M). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs 8.3%. GLDD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. GLDD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
GLDD
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Margin of Safety
-16.7%
Fair Value
$14.53
Current Price
$17.00
$2.47 premium
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 26.5% year-over-year
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
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 37.9%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : GLDD
The strongest argument for GLDD centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.27 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 : GLDD
The primary concerns for GLDD are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
GLDD is growing revenue faster at 26.5% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GLDD scores higher overall (60/100 vs 55/100) and 26.5% revenue growth. 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 · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation provides dredging services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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