Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsTetra Tech Inc (TTEK)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$890.11
+9.88%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $414.16B
TTEK
Tetra Tech Inc
$32.32
+1.41%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 1416% more annual revenue ($67.59B vs $4.46B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.1% profit margin vs 7.9%. TTEK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.10. TTEK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
CAT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
TTEK
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Margin of Safety
+17.4%
Fair Value
$48.93
Current Price
$32.32
$16.61 discount
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 14461.0% 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
7.9% margin — thin
Revenue declined 13.4%
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 : TTEK
The strongest argument for TTEK centers on EPS 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 : TTEK
The primary concerns for TTEK are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT profiles as a growth stock while TTEK 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
TTEK scores higher overall (57/100 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 →Tetra Tech Inc
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Tetra Tech, Inc. provides consulting and engineering services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Pasadena, California.
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