ArcBest Corp (ARCB)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
ARCB
ArcBest Corp
$155.09
+6.17%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.04B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$904.28
+2.62%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $419.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 1651% more annual revenue ($70.75B vs $4.04B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.3% profit margin vs 1.4%. ARCB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.50. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ARCB
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
CAT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 50 in profit
Revenue surging 22.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 30.2% YoY
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
3.3% revenue growth
ROE of 4.3% — below average capital efficiency
1.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.4%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 22.3x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARCB
The strongest argument for ARCB centers on PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book. PEG of 0.50 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 22.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ARCB
The primary concerns for ARCB are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 56.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.31 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARCB profiles as a value stock while CAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
CAT is growing revenue faster at 22.2% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 49/100) and 22.2% 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.
ArcBest Corp
INDUSTRIALS · TRUCKING · USA
ArcBest Corporation offers integrated freight forwarding and logistics services. The company is headquartered in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
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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