Abbott Laboratories (ABT)vsDeere & Company (DE)
ABT
Abbott Laboratories
$84.32
-3.09%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $151.56B
DE
Deere & Company
$574.84
-0.98%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $156.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Deere & Company generates 4% more annual revenue ($46.73B vs $45.13B). ABT leads profitability with a 13.9% profit margin vs 10.3%. ABT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.29. ABT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ABT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
DE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+0.6%
Fair Value
$87.53
Current Price
$84.32
$3.21 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 19.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 11.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABT
The strongest argument for ABT centers on Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : DE
The strongest argument for DE centers on Market Cap.
Bear Case : ABT
The primary concerns for ABT are Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : DE
The primary concerns for DE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABT profiles as a value stock while DE is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
DE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.97 — expect wider price swings.
ABT is growing revenue faster at 7.8% — sustainability is the question.
ABT generates stronger free cash flow (916M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ABT scores higher overall (56/100 vs 49/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Abbott Laboratories
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL DEVICES · USA
Abbott Laboratories is an American multinational medical devices and health care company with headquarters in Abbott Park, Illinois, United States. The company was founded by Chicago physician Wallace Calvin Abbott in 1888 to formulate known drugs; today, it sells medical devices, diagnostics, branded generic medicines and nutritional products. It split off its research-based pharmaceuticals business into AbbVie in 2013.
Visit Website →Deere & Company
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
John Deere is the brand name of Deere & Company, an American corporation that manufactures agricultural, construction, and forestry machinery, diesel engines, drivetrains (axles, transmissions, gearboxes) used in heavy equipment, and lawn care equipment.
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