Avis Budget Group Inc (CAR)vsCaterpillar Inc (CAT)
CAR
Avis Budget Group Inc
$121.74
-3.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.69B
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$818.57
+1.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $376.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 538% more annual revenue ($74.73B vs $11.71B). CAT leads profitability with a 14.5% profit margin vs -5.4%. CAR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.17. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
CAR
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
CAT
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-80.9%
Fair Value
$64.06
Current Price
$121.74
$57.68 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 880.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 56 in profit
Earnings expanding 68.2% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Revenue surging 24.0% year-over-year
Generating 3.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -273.1% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 1.3%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 19.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CAR
The strongest argument for CAR centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.17 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CAT
The strongest argument for CAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 24.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.41 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CAR
The primary concerns for CAR are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAR profiles as a turnaround stock while CAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.90 — expect wider price swings.
CAT is growing revenue faster at 24.0% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (3.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (73/100 vs 52/100) and 24.0% 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.
Avis Budget Group Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
Avis Budget Group, Inc., offers car and truck rental, car sharing and ancillary services to businesses and consumers. The company is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey.
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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