Caterpillar Inc (CAT)vsZTO Express (Cayman) Inc (ZTO)
CAT
Caterpillar Inc
$622.75
-3.81%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $286.26B
ZTO
ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc
$20.15
+1.36%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Caterpillar Inc generates 43% more annual revenue ($77.77B vs $54.21B). ZTO leads profitability with a 19.0% profit margin vs 15.2%. CAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.08. ZTO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
CAT
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
ZTO
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CAT.
Margin of Safety
+65.7%
Fair Value
$72.49
Current Price
$20.15
$52.34 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 56 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 20.5%
17.3% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 46.1% YoY
Generating 3.3B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 58.1% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Revenue surging 23.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 13.3x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CAT
The strongest argument for CAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.2% and operating margin at 20.5%. Revenue growth of 17.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ZTO
The strongest argument for ZTO centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.0% and operating margin at 22.2%. Revenue growth of 23.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CAT
The primary concerns for CAT are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ZTO
The primary concerns for ZTO are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.58 — expect wider price swings.
ZTO is growing revenue faster at 23.0% — sustainability is the question.
CAT generates stronger free cash flow (3.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ZTO scores higher overall (78/100 vs 75/100), backed by strong 19.0% margins and 23.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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 · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · China
ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc. provides express delivery and other value-added logistics services in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Shanghai, the People's Republic of China.
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