Apogee Enterprises Inc (APOG)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
APOG
Apogee Enterprises Inc
$36.40
+2.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $823.62M
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$810.05
-0.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $414.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 4712% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $1.40B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs 3.9%. APOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.23. APOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
APOG
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+33.1%
Fair Value
$62.32
Current Price
$36.40
$25.92 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 574.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
1.6% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
3.9% margin — thin
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 : APOG
The strongest argument for APOG centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book. PEG of 1.23 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 : APOG
The primary concerns for APOG are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Thin 3.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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
APOG profiles as a value 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
APOG scores higher overall (63/100 vs 55/100). 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.
Apogee Enterprises Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Apogee Enterprises, Inc. designs and develops glass and metal products and services in the United States, Canada, and Brazil. The company is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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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