American Superconductor Corporation (AMSC)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
AMSC
American Superconductor Corporation
$47.70
+0.42%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.27B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$810.05
+9.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $386.56B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 24090% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $279.40M). AMSC leads profitability with a 46.7% profit margin vs 13.1%. AMSC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.74. AMSC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
AMSC
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-14.9%
Fair Value
$29.82
Current Price
$47.70
$17.88 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Keeps 47 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 4267.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : AMSC
The strongest argument for AMSC centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 46.7% and operating margin at 6.2%. Revenue growth of 21.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : AMSC
The primary concerns for AMSC are Altman Z-Score.
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
AMSC carries more volatility with a beta of 2.98 — expect wider price swings.
AMSC is growing revenue faster at 21.4% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AMSC scores higher overall (70/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 46.7% margins and 21.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
American Superconductor Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
American Superconductor Corporation provides megawatt-scale power resiliency solutions globally. The company is headquartered in Ayer, Massachusetts.
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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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