Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsRockwell Automation Inc (ROK)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$810.05
+9.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $386.56B
ROK
Rockwell Automation Inc
$400.20
-0.27%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $45.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 689% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $8.57B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs 11.6%. ROK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.20. ROK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
ROK
Buy63
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
Earnings expanding 67.1% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 17.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 12.0x book value
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, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ROK
The strongest argument for ROK centers on EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 11.9% 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 : ROK
The primary concerns for ROK are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT profiles as a growth stock while ROK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ROK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.54 — 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
ROK scores higher overall (63/100 vs 55/100) and 11.9% 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 →Rockwell Automation Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Rockwell Automation, Inc. is an American provider of industrial automation and information technology. Its brands include Allen-Bradley and Factory Talk software.
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