Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsGenerac Holdings Inc (GNRC)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$904.28
+1.44%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $419.05B
GNRC
Generac Holdings Inc
$261.54
-5.97%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 1535% more annual revenue ($70.75B vs $4.33B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.3% profit margin vs 4.4%. GNRC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CAT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
GNRC
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
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
Earnings expanding 69.9% 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
ROE of 7.1% — below average capital efficiency
4.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
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 22.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : GNRC
The strongest argument for GNRC centers on EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 12.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : GNRC
The primary concerns for GNRC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 82.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT profiles as a growth stock while GNRC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GNRC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.91 — 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.
Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 57/100) and 22.2% 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.
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 →Generac Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Generac Holdings Inc., commonly referred to as Generac, is a Fortune 1000 American manufacturer of backup power generation products for residential, light commercial and industrial markets.
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