Arlo Technologies (ARLO)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
ARLO
Arlo Technologies
$14.05
+0.21%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.53B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$890.11
+9.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $414.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 12670% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $529.30M). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs 2.8%. CAT trades at a lower P/E of 44.2x. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
ARLO
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-7.9%
Fair Value
$10.71
Current Price
$14.05
$3.34 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
16.2% revenue growth
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
Trading at 11.5x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
2.8% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 19.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARLO
The strongest argument for ARLO centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.2% 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 : ARLO
The primary concerns for ARLO are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Market Cap. A P/E of 100.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.8% 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
ARLO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.71 — 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.
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Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (55/100 vs 37/100) and 18.0% revenue growth. 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.
Arlo Technologies
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Arlo Technologies, Inc. provides smart connected devices to monitor environments in real time with a Wi-Fi or cellular connection in the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and Asia Pacific regions. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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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