Aramark Holdings (ARMK)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
ARMK
Aramark Holdings
$53.37
-0.48%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.27B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$904.28
+1.44%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $419.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 264% more annual revenue ($70.75B vs $19.41B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.3% profit margin vs 1.8%. ARMK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ARMK
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
CAT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-72.7%
Fair Value
$31.42
Current Price
$53.37
$21.95 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 65.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Grey zone — moderate risk
1.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.6%
Elevated debt levels
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 : ARMK
The strongest argument for ARMK centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 14.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.94 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 : ARMK
The primary concerns for ARMK are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 40.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.96 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
ARMK 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 66/100) and 22.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Aramark Holdings
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Aramark provides uniform food, facilities, and services to education, health, business and industrial, sports, recreation, and correctional clients in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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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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