Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsHuntington Ingalls Industries Inc (HII)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$810.05
+9.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $386.56B
HII
Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc
$362.17
+0.21%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.26B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 441% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $12.48B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs 4.8%. HII appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.25. HII earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
HII
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Margin of Safety
-16.2%
Fair Value
$337.96
Current Price
$362.17
$24.21 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.7% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 28.1% 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
4.8% 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 : HII
The strongest argument for HII centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 15.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its 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 : HII
The primary concerns for HII are Profit Margin. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
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.
Monitor FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HII scores higher overall (63/100 vs 55/100) and 15.7% 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 →Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) is the largest military shipbuilding company in the United States as well as a provider of professional services to partners in government and industry.
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