Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$613.45
-1.47%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $286.26B
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$139.94
+3.45%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 633% more annual revenue ($77.77B vs $10.61B). CAT leads profitability with a 15.2% profit margin vs 5.2%. CAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.08. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
CAT
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
OSK
Buy52
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 56 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.5%
17.3% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 46.1% YoY
Generating 3.3B in free cash flow
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 13.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
5.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CAT
The strongest argument for CAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.2% and operating margin at 20.5%. Revenue growth of 17.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT profiles as a growth stock while OSK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.58 — expect wider price swings.
CAT is growing revenue faster at 17.3% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (3.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (75/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 15.2% margins and 17.3% 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 →Oshkosh Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Oshkosh Corporation designs, manufactures and markets specialty vehicles and bodies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
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