Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsEvolv Technologies Holdings Inc (EVLV)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$890.11
+9.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $414.16B
EVLV
Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc
$7.20
+2.42%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 46224% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $145.91M). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs -22.7%. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
EVLV
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Margin of Safety
+82.5%
Fair Value
$32.67
Current Price
$7.20
$25.47 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Revenue surging 32.3% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 22.3%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 19.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.6x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CAT
The strongest argument for CAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : EVLV
The strongest argument for EVLV centers on Revenue Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 32.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : EVLV
The primary concerns for EVLV are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT profiles as a growth stock while EVLV is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EVLV carries more volatility with a beta of 1.78 — expect wider price swings.
EVLV is growing revenue faster at 32.3% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (55/100 vs 36/100) and 18.0% revenue growth. EVLV offers better value entry with a 82.5% margin of safety. Both earn "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 →Evolv Technologies Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SECURITY & PROTECTION SERVICES · USA
Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc. provides AI-based contactless security screening systems. The company is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts.
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