AGCO Corporation (AGCO)vsNow Inc (DNOW)
AGCO
AGCO Corporation
$121.02
+5.76%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.29B
DNOW
Now Inc
$13.49
+2.98%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AGCO Corporation generates 258% more annual revenue ($10.08B vs $2.82B). AGCO leads profitability with a 7.2% profit margin vs -3.2%. AGCO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
AGCO
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
DNOW
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-24.6%
Fair Value
$111.12
Current Price
$121.02
$9.90 premium
Margin of Safety
+22.5%
Fair Value
$21.37
Current Price
$13.49
$7.88 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 922.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 68.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 90.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
1.1% revenue growth
7.2% margin — thin
Distress zone — elevated risk
Operating margin of 1.1%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AGCO
The strongest argument for AGCO centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Price/Book. PEG of 1.12 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : DNOW
The strongest argument for DNOW centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 68.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AGCO
The primary concerns for AGCO are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : DNOW
The primary concerns for DNOW are Altman Z-Score, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AGCO profiles as a value stock while DNOW is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AGCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
DNOW is growing revenue faster at 68.0% — sustainability is the question.
AGCO generates stronger free cash flow (675M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AGCO scores higher overall (68/100 vs 56/100). DNOW offers better value entry with a 22.5% margin of safety. 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.
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INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
NOW Inc. distributes downstream power and industrial products for oil refining, chemical processing, LNG terminals, power generation services, and industrial manufacturing operations in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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