Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsWerner Enterprises Inc (WERN)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$904.28
+1.44%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $419.05B
WERN
Werner Enterprises Inc
$43.46
+0.53%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 2204% more annual revenue ($70.75B vs $3.07B). CAT leads profitability with a 13.3% profit margin vs -0.3%. CAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.06. CAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CAT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
WERN
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Margin of Safety
-9.7%
Fair Value
$31.41
Current Price
$43.46
$12.05 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
Earnings expanding 380.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 22.3x book value
Operating margin of 0.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -0.6% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
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 : WERN
The strongest argument for WERN centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 13.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : WERN
The primary concerns for WERN are Operating Margin, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT profiles as a growth stock while WERN is a turnaround 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 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.
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INDUSTRIALS · TRUCKING · USA
Werner Enterprises, Inc., a transportation and logistics company, is engaged in the transportation of general freight shipments in interstate and intrastate commerce in the United States, Mexico, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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