Amentum Holdings Inc. (AMTM)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
AMTM
Amentum Holdings Inc.
$19.46
-0.51%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.92B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$818.57
+1.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $376.28B
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 24.3x. 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 19.4x 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 1.41 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 is growing revenue faster at 24.0% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (3.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
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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