Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsHarte Hanks Inc (HHS)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$890.11
+9.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $414.16B
HHS
Harte Hanks Inc
$2.77
+0.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $20.54M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 42257% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $159.57M). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs -0.5%. HHS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.19. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
HHS
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Margin of Safety
+70.7%
Fair Value
$9.81
Current Price
$2.77
$7.04 discount
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
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
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 15.4%
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 : HHS
The strongest argument for HHS centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. PEG of 1.19 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 : HHS
The primary concerns for HHS are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT profiles as a growth stock while HHS is a turnaround 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
CAT scores higher overall (55/100 vs 37/100) and 18.0% revenue growth. HHS offers better value entry with a 70.7% margin of safety. 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.
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 · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Harte Hanks, Inc. is a customer experience company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chelmsford, Massachusetts.
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