Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsTFI International Inc (TFII)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$808.91
+3.35%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $409.91B
TFII
TFI International Inc
$141.03
-4.55%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $12.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 771% more annual revenue ($70.75B vs $8.12B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.3% profit margin vs 4.1%. TFII trades at a lower P/E of 40.7x. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CAT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
TFII
Buy54
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 50 in profit
Revenue surging 22.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 30.2% YoY
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 41.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 20.0x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.1% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 22.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TFII
The strongest argument for TFII centers on EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 12.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 43.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.31 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TFII
The primary concerns for TFII are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 40.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT profiles as a growth stock while TFII is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — expect wider price swings.
CAT is growing revenue faster at 22.2% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 54/100) and 22.2% 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 →TFI International Inc
INDUSTRIALS · TRUCKING · USA
TFI International Inc. provides transportation and logistics services in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The company is headquartered in Saint-Laurent, Canada.
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