AeroVironment Inc (AVAV)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
AVAV
AeroVironment Inc
$142.12
-9.10%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.22B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$782.64
-6.91%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $409.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 3479% more annual revenue ($70.75B vs $1.98B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.3% profit margin vs -13.4%. AVAV appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AVAV
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
CAT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.7%
Fair Value
$266.59
Current Price
$142.12
$124.47 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 133.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 175.7% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Operating margin of 2.8%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -5.3% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 19.3x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVAV
The strongest argument for AVAV centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 133.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : AVAV
The primary concerns for AVAV are PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 43.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.31 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVAV profiles as a hypergrowth stock while CAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — expect wider price swings.
AVAV is growing revenue faster at 133.3% — 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 57/100) and 22.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
AeroVironment Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
AeroVironment, Inc. designs, develops, produces, supports and operates a portfolio of products and services for government agencies and businesses. The company is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
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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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