Ampco-Pittsburgh Corporation (AP)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
AP
Ampco-Pittsburgh Corporation
$10.96
+8.25%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $210.58M
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$810.05
-0.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $414.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 15468% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $434.17M). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs -15.2%. AP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.12. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
AP
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+72.3%
Fair Value
$30.00
Current Price
$10.96
$19.05 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 400.0% 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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -106.7% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Currently unprofitable
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 : AP
The strongest argument for AP centers on EPS Growth. PEG of 1.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its 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 : AP
The primary concerns for AP are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
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
AP profiles as a turnaround stock while CAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — 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 44/100) and 18.0% revenue growth. AP offers better value entry with a 72.3% 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.
Ampco-Pittsburgh Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · METAL FABRICATION · USA
Ampco-Pittsburgh Corporation manufactures and sells specialty metal products and custom equipment to commercial and industrial users worldwide. The company is headquartered in Carnegie, Pennsylvania.
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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