Alta Equipment Group Inc (ALTG)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
ALTG
Alta Equipment Group Inc
$7.72
+3.62%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $242.37M
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$810.05
-0.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $414.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 3582% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $1.84B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs -4.4%. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
ALTG
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+87.7%
Fair Value
$56.32
Current Price
$7.72
$48.60 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 45.4% YoY
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
2.2% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 1.0%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 17.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALTG
The strongest argument for ALTG centers on EPS Growth.
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 : ALTG
The primary concerns for ALTG are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 420.97 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALTG profiles as a turnaround stock while CAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALTG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — 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 36/100) and 18.0% revenue growth. ALTG offers better value entry with a 87.7% 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.
Alta Equipment Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
Alta Equipment Group Inc. owns and operates integrated equipment distribution platforms in the United States. The company is headquartered in Livonia, Michigan.
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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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