Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsElbit Systems Ltd (ESLT)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$904.28
+1.44%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $419.05B
ESLT
Elbit Systems Ltd
$823.36
-1.74%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $40.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 760% more annual revenue ($70.75B vs $8.23B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.3% profit margin vs 7.1%. CAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.06. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CAT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
ESLT
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
15.5% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 42.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 22.3x book value
Trading at 9.0x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
7.1% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CAT
The strongest argument for CAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 22.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ESLT
The strongest argument for ESLT centers on Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 15.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : ESLT
The primary concerns for ESLT are Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. A P/E of 69.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
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.
Monitor FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 48/100) and 22.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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.
Visit Website →Elbit Systems Ltd
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Elbit Systems Ltd. develops and supplies a portfolio of airborne, land and naval products and systems for defense, national security and commercial aviation applications primarily in Israel. The company is headquartered in Haifa, Israel.
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