Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsFlowserve Corporation (FLS)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$810.05
-0.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $414.16B
FLS
Flowserve Corporation
$84.25
-0.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $10.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 1329% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $4.73B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs 7.3%. FLS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.06. FLS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
FLS
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Margin of Safety
+10.9%
Fair Value
$97.10
Current Price
$84.25
$12.85 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
Earnings expanding 279.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 17.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.5% revenue growth
7.3% margin — thin
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 : FLS
The strongest argument for FLS centers on EPS Growth.
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 : FLS
The primary concerns for FLS are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT profiles as a growth stock while FLS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
CAT is growing revenue faster at 18.0% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FLS scores higher overall (58/100 vs 55/100). 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.
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 →Flowserve Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Flowserve Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, distributes and services industrial flow management equipment in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and Europe. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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