Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsKnight Transportation Inc (KNX)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$818.57
+1.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $376.28B
KNX
Knight Transportation Inc
$67.97
-1.54%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $11.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 867% more annual revenue ($74.73B vs $7.73B). CAT leads profitability with a 14.5% profit margin vs 0.6%. KNX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.29. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
CAT
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
KNX
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Margin of Safety
+49.1%
Fair Value
$135.28
Current Price
$67.97
$67.31 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 56 in profit
Earnings expanding 68.2% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Revenue surging 24.0% year-over-year
Generating 3.3B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 23.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 19.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 0.6% — below average capital efficiency
0.6% margin — thin
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, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 24.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.41 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KNX
The strongest argument for KNX centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 12.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : KNX
The primary concerns for KNX are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 262.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT profiles as a growth stock while KNX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.59 — expect wider price swings.
CAT is growing revenue faster at 24.0% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (3.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (73/100 vs 63/100) and 24.0% revenue growth. KNX offers better value entry with a 49.1% margin of safety. 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 →Knight Transportation Inc
INDUSTRIALS · TRUCKING · USA
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc., provides truck cargo transportation services in the United States, Mexico and Canada. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
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