Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsKratos Defense & Security Solutions (KTOS)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$810.05
+9.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $414.16B
KTOS
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
$59.56
-3.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $11.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 4918% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $1.35B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs 1.6%. 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-
KTOS
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 21.9% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 17.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 1.3% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : KTOS
The strongest argument for KTOS centers on Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 21.9% 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 : KTOS
The primary concerns for KTOS are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 458.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
KTOS is growing revenue faster at 21.9% — 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 39/100) and 18.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
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INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is a government contractor for the US Department of Defense. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California.
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