Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR (BBVA)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
BBVA
Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR
$21.35
-0.42%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $116.64B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$719.04
+0.34%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $335.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 114% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $31.65B). BBVA leads profitability with a 33.2% profit margin vs 13.1%. BBVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.78. BBVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
BBVA
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
CAT
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+22.8%
Fair Value
$31.19
Current Price
$21.35
$9.84 discount
Margin of Safety
-463.1%
Fair Value
$127.70
Current Price
$719.04
$591.34 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 50.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.6B in free cash flow
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.3% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 15.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBVA
The strongest argument for BBVA centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.2% and operating margin at 50.9%.
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 : BBVA
The primary concerns for BBVA are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.03 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BBVA profiles as a value stock while CAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.53 — expect wider price swings.
CAT is growing revenue faster at 18.0% — sustainability is the question.
BBVA generates stronger free cash flow (3.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BBVA scores higher overall (65/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 33.2% margins. 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.
Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, SA provides retail banking, wholesale banking, asset management and private banking services. The company is headquartered in Bilbao, Spain.
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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