Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsVerisk Analytics Inc (VRSK)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$904.28
+1.44%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $419.05B
VRSK
Verisk Analytics Inc
$181.73
+0.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $24.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 2181% more annual revenue ($70.75B vs $3.10B). VRSK leads profitability with a 29.3% profit margin vs 13.3%. VRSK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.78. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CAT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
VRSK
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Margin of Safety
-8.1%
Fair Value
$160.77
Current Price
$181.73
$20.96 premium
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
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.0%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
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
Moderate valuation
3.9% revenue growth
4.8% earnings growth
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 : VRSK
The strongest argument for VRSK centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.3% and operating margin at 45.0%.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 45.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.31 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : VRSK
The primary concerns for VRSK are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT profiles as a growth stock while VRSK is a value 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.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CAT scores higher overall (67/100 vs 62/100) 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 →Verisk Analytics Inc
INDUSTRIALS · CONSULTING SERVICES · USA
Verisk Analytics, Inc. is an American data analytics and risk assessment firm based in Jersey City, New Jersey, with customers in insurance, natural resources, financial services, government, and risk management sectors. The company uses proprietary data sets and industry expertise to provide predictive analytics and decision support consultations in areas including fraud prevention, actuarial science, insurance coverage, fire protection, catastrophe and weather risk, and data management.
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