Amazon.com Inc (AMZN)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
AMZN
Amazon.com Inc
$211.71
+2.16%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.20T
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$719.04
+0.34%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $335.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Amazon.com Inc generates 961% more annual revenue ($716.92B vs $67.59B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs 10.8%. CAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.86. AMZN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
AMZN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
CAT
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-95.3%
Fair Value
$106.12
Current Price
$211.71
$105.59 premium
Margin of Safety
-463.1%
Fair Value
$127.70
Current Price
$719.04
$591.34 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Generating 14.9B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 15.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMZN
The strongest argument for AMZN centers on Market Cap, Free Cash Flow, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 13.6% 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 : AMZN
The primary concerns for AMZN are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.03 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMZN profiles as a value stock while CAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — expect wider price swings.
CAT is growing revenue faster at 18.0% — sustainability is the question.
AMZN generates stronger free cash flow (14.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMZN scores higher overall (59/100 vs 57/100) and 13.6% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Amazon.com Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
Amazon.com, Inc. is an American multinational technology company which focuses on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence. It is one of the Big Five companies in the U.S. information technology industry, along with Google, Apple, Microsoft, and Facebook. The company has been referred to as one of the most influential economic and cultural forces in the world, as well as the world's most valuable brand.
Visit Website →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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