Blue Bird [BLBD] vs Caterpillar [CAT] Detailed Stock Comparison
Blue Bird
NASDAQ
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Caterpillar
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Blue Bird wins in 8 metrics, Caterpillar wins in 11 metrics, with 0 ties. Caterpillar appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Blue Bird | Caterpillar | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 16.76 | 21.19 | Blue Bird |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 8.30 | 10.45 | Blue Bird |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 41.24 | 218.34 | Blue Bird |
| PEG Ratio | 0.55 | -1.35 | Caterpillar |
| EV/EBITDA | 11.24 | 16.39 | Blue Bird |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 8.16% | 14.95% | Caterpillar |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 12.72% | 17.74% | Caterpillar |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 12.72% | 17.74% | Caterpillar |
| Return on Equity | 64.54% | 52.71% | Blue Bird |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 17.20% | 8.56% | Blue Bird |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $95.85M | $8.82B | Caterpillar |
| Dividend Yield | N/A | 1.18% | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | 11.72% | 19.94% | Caterpillar |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 1.31 | 3.09 | Blue Bird |
| Enterprise Value | $1.77B | $229.64B | Caterpillar |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 1.25 | 3.64 | Blue Bird |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 21.59% | 32.75% | Caterpillar |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $44 | $132 | Caterpillar |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $3.49 | $19.64 | Caterpillar |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.50 | 1.40 | Caterpillar |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Blue Bird vs Caterpillar Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird | -0.98% | -3.12% | 27.49% | 39.49% | 55.87% | 41.47% |
| Caterpillar | -0.64% | 0.09% | 1.91% | 22.01% | 22.89% | 16.15% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird | 11.72% | 358.89% | 381.09% | 364.74% | 475.79% | 475.79% |
| Caterpillar | 19.94% | 117.74% | 190.95% | 450.22% | 534.13% | 681.25% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Blue Bird vs Caterpillar
| Metric | BLBD | CAT |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $1.85B | $194.93B |
| Market Cap Category | Small cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 1,150,830 | 3,351,238 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 652,817 | 3,052,979 |
| Last Close | $54.68 | $417.89 |
| 52 Week Range | $30.04 - $60.45 | $267.30 - $441.15 |
| % from 52W High | -9.55% | -5.27% |
| All-Time High | $60.45 (Aug 08, 2025) | $441.15 (Jul 31, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -9.55% | -5.27% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.19% | -0.01% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.27% | -0.19% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.08% | 0.15% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.13% | 0.18% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.65% | 0.53% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 41.24 | 218.34 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $7.05 | $39.83 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $5.46 | $9.45 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $166.45M | $11.37B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $123.66M | $4.53B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 1.18% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $4.23 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Blue Bird vs Caterpillar
| Metric | BLBD | CAT |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 16.76 | 21.19 |
| Forward P/E | 15.85 | 18.79 |
| PEG Ratio | 0.55 | -1.35 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 1.31 | 3.09 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 8.30 | 10.45 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $1.85B | $194.93B |
| Enterprise Value | $1.77B | $229.64B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 1.25 | 3.64 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 11.24 | 16.39 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.50 | 1.40 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $7.05 | $39.83 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Blue Bird vs Caterpillar
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | BLBD | CAT |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $358.85M | $14.25B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $288.00M | $9.29B |
| Gross Profit | $70.85M | $4.96B |
| Research & Development | N/A | $480.00M |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $33.71M | $2.58B |
| EBITDA | $39.27M | $3.14B |
| Pre-Tax Income | $33.60M | $2.57B |
| Income Tax | $9.13M | $574.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $26.05M | $2.00B |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | BLBD | CAT |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $130.75M | $3.56B |
| Total Current Assets | $328.42M | $43.02B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $226.65M | $32.60B |
| Long-Term Debt | $87.66M | $25.82B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $190.39M | $18.07B |
| Retained Earnings | $24.72M | $61.36B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $104.10M | N/A |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | BLBD | CAT |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $46.79M | $2.63B |
| Capital Expenditures | $-9.02M | $149.00M |
| Free Cash Flow | $18.75M | $371.00M |
| Debt Repayment | $-1.32M | $-1.80B |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-22.98M | $-3.72B |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | BLBD | CAT |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 5.17M | 6.59M |
| Short Ratio | 12.41 | 2.51 |
| Short % of Float | 0.19% | 0.01% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 1,150,830 | 3,351,238 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 652,817 | 3,052,979 |
| Shares Outstanding | 32.27M | 477.93M |
| Float Shares | 31.51M | 466.97M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.01% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 1.13% | 0.72% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Blue Bird vs Caterpillar
| Metric | BLBD | CAT |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $4.23 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 1.18% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | $4.74 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.47% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | $14.23 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | Jan 21, 2025 |