Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsQuad Graphics Inc (QUAD)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$890.11
+9.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $414.16B
QUAD
Quad Graphics Inc
$7.44
+6.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $407.66M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 2693% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $2.42B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs 1.1%. QUAD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.84. QUAD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
QUAD
Buy60
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 44 in profit
18.0% revenue growth
Generating 2.2B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Earnings expanding 136.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 19.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
1.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
Revenue declined 11.0%
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 : QUAD
The strongest argument for QUAD centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.84 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 : QUAD
The primary concerns for QUAD are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 1.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT profiles as a growth stock while QUAD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
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.
Bottom Line
QUAD scores higher overall (60/100 vs 55/100). 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 →Quad Graphics Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
Quad / Graphics, Inc. offers worldwide marketing solutions. The company is headquartered in Sussex, Wisconsin.
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