Question 1

Is CAT or ELSSF a better dividend stock?

Accepted Answer

On the data, CAT wins more head-to-head categories (4 vs 2). ELSSF offers the higher yield (23.83%), while CAT has the stronger dividend-safety score. The right pick depends on whether you prioritise income, safety or value.

Question 2

Which has a higher dividend yield, CAT or ELSSF?

Accepted Answer

ELSSF has the higher forward dividend yield at 23.83%, versus 0.69% for CAT.

Question 3

Is CAT or ELSSF safer?

Accepted Answer

CAT has the higher dividend-safety score (89/100 vs 80/100), reflecting stronger payout coverage and dividend-growth history.

Question 4

Is CAT or ELSSF better value right now?

Accepted Answer

ELSSF trades at the larger discount to our fair-value estimate (+1% upside, fairly valued), versus -47% for CAT.

Metric	CAT	ELSSF
Forward yield	0.69%	23.83%
Annual dividend	$6.52	$0.48
Payout ratio	30%	—
Years of growth	32 yr	3 yr
5-yr dividend growth	7.2%	—
5-yr total return	318%	56%
Dividend safety score	89 (A)	80 (A)
Fair value estimate	$485.90	$28.39
Upside to fair value	-47%	+1%
Frequency	quarterly	monthly
Market cap	$440.3B	$6.1B
P/E ratio	47.7	16.6

CAT vs ELSSF: Which Is the Better Dividend Stock?

CAT vs ELSSF — FAQ

Related comparisons