BWX Technologies Inc (BWXT)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
BWXT
BWX Technologies Inc
$208.08
-3.75%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $19.06B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$890.11
+9.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $414.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 2013% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $3.20B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs 10.3%. BWXT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.67. BWXT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
BWXT
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
18.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 31.1% YoY
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
Trading at 15.4x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : BWXT
The strongest argument for BWXT centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 18.7% 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 : BWXT
The primary concerns for BWXT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 58.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
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
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
BWXT is growing revenue faster at 18.7% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
BWXT scores higher overall (62/100 vs 55/100) and 18.7% revenue growth. 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.
BWX Technologies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
BWX Technologies, Inc. manufactures and sells nuclear components in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia.
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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