AGCO Corporation (AGCO)vsCurtiss-Wright Corporation (CW)
AGCO
AGCO Corporation
$113.92
-2.89%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.15B
CW
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
$765.13
-1.38%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $28.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AGCO Corporation generates 188% more annual revenue ($10.37B vs $3.61B). CW leads profitability with a 14.2% profit margin vs 7.4%. AGCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.12. AGCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
AGCO
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
CW
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 441.9% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 29.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
7.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.7x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AGCO
The strongest argument for AGCO centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CW
The strongest argument for CW centers on EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 13.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AGCO
The primary concerns for AGCO are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CW
The primary concerns for CW are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 55.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AGCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
AGCO is growing revenue faster at 14.3% — sustainability is the question.
CW generates stronger free cash flow (-17M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AGCO scores higher overall (71/100 vs 61/100) and 14.3% 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.
AGCO Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
AGCO Corporation manufactures and distributes agricultural equipment and related spare parts worldwide. The company is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia.
Visit Website →Curtiss-Wright Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Curtiss-Wright Corporation designs, manufactures and repairs precision components and engineering products and services primarily for the aerospace, defense, general industrial and power generation markets worldwide.
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