Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsLimbach Holdings Inc (LMB)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$889.67
-0.05%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $414.16B
LMB
Limbach Holdings Inc
$99.17
-0.60%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 10350% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $646.80M). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs 6.0%. CAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.17. LMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
LMB
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Margin of Safety
-38.0%
Fair Value
$68.57
Current Price
$99.17
$30.60 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
Revenue surging 30.1% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Earnings expanding 23.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 19.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.0% 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 : LMB
The strongest argument for LMB centers on Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 30.1% 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 : LMB
The primary concerns for LMB are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT profiles as a growth stock while LMB is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
LMB is growing revenue faster at 30.1% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LMB scores higher overall (61/100 vs 55/100) and 30.1% 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 →Limbach Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Limbach Holdings, Inc. is an integrated building systems solutions company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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