Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsUber Technologies Inc (UBER)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$897.45
+0.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $412.55B
UBER
Uber Technologies Inc
$75.45
-1.67%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $156.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 32% more annual revenue ($70.75B vs $53.69B). UBER leads profitability with a 15.9% profit margin vs 13.3%. CAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.22. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CAT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
UBER
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Margin of Safety
+34.2%
Fair Value
$108.42
Current Price
$75.45
$32.97 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 51 in profit
Revenue surging 22.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 30.2% YoY
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 22.3x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 84.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : UBER
The strongest argument for UBER centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.9% and operating margin at 14.6%. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 44.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.03 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : UBER
The primary concerns for UBER are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT profiles as a growth stock while UBER is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
CAT is growing revenue faster at 22.2% — sustainability is the question.
UBER generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 54/100) and 22.2% revenue growth. UBER offers better value entry with a 34.2% margin of safety. 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.
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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Uber Technologies, Inc., commonly known as Uber, is an American technology company. Its services include ride-hailing, food delivery (Uber Eats), package delivery, couriers, freight transportation, and, through a partnership with Lime, electric bicycle and motorized scooter rental. The company is based in San Francisco, California.
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