Amentum Holdings Inc. (AMTM)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
AMTM
Amentum Holdings Inc.
$21.69
-0.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.77B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$715.03
+0.01%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $335.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 429% more annual revenue ($74.73B vs $14.13B). CAT leads profitability with a 14.5% profit margin vs 1.4%. AMTM trades at a lower P/E of 23.5x. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
AMTM
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
CAT
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 575.0% YoY
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
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 3.2% — below average capital efficiency
1.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.4%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 16.9x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMTM
The strongest argument for AMTM centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull 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 1.42 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AMTM
The primary concerns for AMTM are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 1.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMTM profiles as a value stock while CAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.58 — expect wider price swings.
CAT is growing revenue faster at 24.0% — 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 49/100) and 24.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Amentum Holdings Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Amentum Holdings, Inc. provides engineering and technology solutions to address challenges in science, security, and sustainability.
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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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