Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsGraham Corporation (GHM)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$890.11
+9.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $414.16B
GHM
Graham Corporation
$95.34
+5.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 28351% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $237.56M). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs 6.3%. CAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.17. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
GHM
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Margin of Safety
-39.9%
Fair Value
$63.09
Current Price
$95.34
$32.25 premium
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 78.6% YoY
Revenue surging 20.5% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 19.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.3% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : GHM
The strongest argument for GHM centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.5% 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 : GHM
The primary concerns for GHM are Market Cap, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 70.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
GHM is growing revenue faster at 20.5% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (55/100 vs 52/100) and 18.0% 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.
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 →Graham Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Graham Corporation designs, manufactures and supplies vacuum and heat transfer equipment for the chemical, defense, petrochemical, oil refining, power generation / alternative energy and other industries. The company is headquartered in Batavia, New York.
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